A Bit of England in Africa
THE narrow sliver of high country at altitudes up to 6 000 feet which sweeps along glorious mountain ranges on Zimbabwe's eastern border with Mozambique, is ideal for those who want to relax and enjoy crisp mountain air.
This stunningly beautiful landscape, with its high peaks, gorges and spectacular waterfalls, is one of the country's principal holiday areas and is best combined with a journey further south to the wildlife areas of Gonarezhou and Malapati.
The springboard to this lovely region is Harare, the capital of Zimbabwe.
From there, the traveler can embark on a self-drive excursion, which takes one on a spectacular route all the way to Victoria Falls in the west. Alternatively, air charters can be arranged to these destinations.
The Eastern Highlands possess the most stunning scenery in the country - no wonder the original colonists loved the place for its greenery and cool climate, so reminiscent of their home islands.
So they set about replicating the English countryside - building gracious hotels, laying out formal gardens and golf courses and stocking streams with trout.
Today the area is still celebrated for its mountain scenery and colonial-era style and ambiance.
To the south is the interesting wilderness haven of Gonarezhou, which is home to some unusual species of wildlife.
In this quiet corner of Africa, few other travelers are encountered and the peace and serenity of the bush abounds.
