Livingstone

Named after Scottish explorer Dr David Livingstone, Livingstone’s culture and history is intriguing – as is evidenced by the arts and craft producers, museums, colonial architecture, traditional village life, local food and the general African lifestyle, with a host of adventure and adrenaline experiences to choose from.

Only minutes away from the Victoria Falls, one of the Natural Wonders of the World, Livingstone is one of the most romantic destinations on the Africa continent.

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Originally known as the Old Drift, Livingstone owes its existence primarily to the Victoria Falls and was established as a staging point across the Zambezi River.  The town is named after Dr. David Livingstone, the first European to see, name and publicise the Falls.  The Scottish explorer’s journey and first sight of the Falls in 1855 opened up Central Africa to other missionaries, hunters, and traders.

Unique attractions on the Zambian side include the Boiling Pot and The Devil’s Pool.

Take a walk across the knife-edge bridge for a spectacular view of the eastern cataract and up the main gorge. A walk down the steps to the Boiling Pot provides an interesting view from the base of the falls and the Victoria Falls Bridge spanning the gorge.

Livingstone was founded in 1905 at a safe distance from the then swampy banks of the Zambezi.  In 1907 it became the capital of what was known as Northern-Western Rhodesia.  In 1911 it became the capital of Northern Rhodesia, what is today called Zambia. In 1935 the capital was moved to Lusaka, but Livingstone retained its “Tourist Capital” status as well as much of its original colonial character.

History lovers will find Livingstone alive. Many buildings from the first decade of the century are still in use.  It was one of the first white settlements in Northern Rhodesia (Zambia) and for quite a while it was the only urban centre in the territory and the gateway to the north.  The town has preserved much of its colonial character, but is a typical African town with an busy charm.

Rich in scenery and heritage, Livingstone today has become the tourist heart of Zambia. We welcome you to the city of heritage and culture.

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