10 Best Places to Visit in Malawi - Malawi Tourism

10 Best Places to Visit in Malawi

Hello Displorers, welcome to another exciting video presented to you by Displore. In this video we shall be taking you to one of the most beautiful countries in Africa, Malawi and we shall be showing you the 10 best places to visit in Malawi.Malawi is a landlocked country in south-eastern Africa formerly known as Nyasaland bordered by Zambia to the west, Tanzania to the north and northeast, and Mozambique surrounding on the east, south and southwest. Its capitalLilongwe is also the country's largest city, second by Blantyre. The name Malawi comes from the Maravi, an old name of the Chewa people who inhabit the area. The country which was originally settled by migrating Bantu around the 10th century is nicknamed "The Warm Heart of Africa" because of the friendliness of its people.Centuries later in 1891 the area was colonised by the British. In 1953 Malawi, then known as Nyasalandbecame a protectorate within the semi-independent Federation of Rhodesia and Nyasaland which was dissolved in 1963. In 1964 the British protectorate over Nyasaland was ended and Nyasaland became an independent country under Queen Elizabeth II with the new name Malawi and 2years later, it became a republic. Upon gaining independence it became a totalitarian one-party state under the presidency of Hastings Banda, who remained president until 1994. Malawi now has a democratic, multi-party government headed by an elected president, currently Lazarus Chakwera.
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Malawi is a land of lakes and plateaux, delineated by the great ridges of the East African Rift. The nation is long and thin, snaking its way like a rare Nyika lizard around the lands of Tanzania, Zambia and Mozambique. Malawi is packed with numerous tourists worthy sites some of which are man-made while others are natural as well as historic. Amongst them all, here are top 10 best places to visit in Malawi.

10. Zomba Plateau
Just two hours away from Blantyre is the 130km2 lush Zomba Plateau with scenic stretch of rolling hills and dense forest. At the foot of the plateau is the city of Zomba, which was first established at the end of the 19th century as the seat of the British Administration of Nyasaland. The area surrounding it is mainly agricultural, with Zomba serving as a trading centre.The Zomba Plateau is a nature lover’s paradise where exotic birds, a verdant landscape and hidden natural wonders are abundant. Popular activities on the plateau include hiking, shopping at the Zomba crafts market and driving up to the two most popular viewing points, Emperor’s View and Queen’s View. Both reveal magnificent panoramic views of southern Malawi and Mount Mulanje with Mozambique in the distance. Zomba Plateau is also home to the Potato Trail, a historic path used by villagers taking their potatoes to sell in Zomba. Other points of interest include Williams Waterfall, Chingwe’s Hole, King’s African Rifles Memorial, Malawi’s Chancellor College Botanical Gardens and a few surviving colonial buildings.

9. Blantyre
The pulsating city of Blantyre is Malawi’s commercial hub and bustling center of industry with hotels, restaurants and a major airport, which makes the city feel more cohesive. Named after theScottish town where missionary David Livingstone was born, Blantyre first began as a missionary settlement in 1876, making it the oldest municipality in Malawi. Blantyre was a major trading center for ivory, but now has several factories and industrial sites, all of which contribute significantly to the city’s economic stability. There are Western-style shops, many of which are located in the Chichiri Shopping Center. The Central Bookshop store is stocked with stationery, novels, travel guides and coffee table books of Malawi. For crafts, the downtown crafts market in downtown is the best place to stop by where vendors display their works, including figurines, masks, decorative bowls and furniture. Good roads, an influx of university students and a sizeable community of expats make Blantyre a popular stopover for travellers headed to other parts of Southern Malawi. Historical buildings such as the St. Michael and All Angels Church and the Mandala House are memorable places to visit while experiencing a live tobacco auction is a fascinating cultural experience.

8. Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve
The Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve is 1,800km2 of rugged woodland terrain cut by numerous rivers. Though rich in wildlife such as lion, elephant and buffalo, Nkhotakota’s dense vegetation makes sightings more difficult than in other places but which is a thrill for the lovers of adventures. Walking safaris, bird watching and canoe rides down the Bua River are the park’s main activities. If you are disappointed in the number of visible animals in Nkhotakota, it more than makes up for it in unadulterated peace and tranquillity. The flow of th

[jimmyjay]

Am from Tanzania but to be honest I love this country and Malawian are mostly sweetest people's in the world

[shakeerosman]

I'm happy to be born in Malawi the peaceful Country we always understand each other 🇲🇼🇲🇼🇲🇼🇲🇼💖💖

[sabitsamohgruva]

Am happy to be malawian the warm heart of africa🇲🇼🇲🇼🇲🇼🇲🇼

[mervynramokgopa]

I'm sure my trip to Malawi 2021 will be exciting looking forward to a bus ride from S.A🤗

[prettyyoung]

Interesting 🧐 beautiful views 👍🏾 thank you for sharing 🙏🏾 Africa to the WORLD ✅

[siquara]

I discovered this chanel a few Weeks ago and I'm so delighted to know more about Africa, the land of my ancestors.

[zamiwenkosi]

Proud to be malawian woman, I like my country

[samsonleonardkholowa]

The warm heart of Africa, thats my country.

[daanfranken]

Beautiful country. Above and under water. Very warm people, respectful, also to travellers. I am Dutch and felt safe in countryside. In city I asked someone to join me

[beautifulcrazy]

I'm binge-watching Zambia and Malawi videos as I plan to travel there in 2023. I grew up in Zambia and once visited Malawi as a child in 1974. The adventures, the people, the service. the accommodation then remains embedded in my memory. My family and I went on a 6 week's trip with no destination in mind, but rather to experience the entire country. The people were amazing. Service and respect is in their DNA. I'm 60 now and live in Johannesburg, and I can spot a Malawian anywhere, by the way that they regard work as worship. I'm coming my friends

[allenchilekw]

Our best borthers and sisters from Zambia 🇿🇲

[me]

When Corona is over I plan on doing a trip through southern Africa. Namibia and Malawi are 2 countries I long to visit. Snorkeling in lake Malawi would be a dream come true. I can't wait to visit.

[fibaasif]

A beautiful country ❤ with lovely people. I am in Malawi and exploring the country

[Jay-hrrh]

My 17 year old daughter visited Malawi with her high school from Boston Massachusetts, USA. When she returned home she cried to me saying, "Dad, I've never seen so many poor people in my life. But, they are soooo happy and stress free I don't understand it."

[beverleydutoit]

I was born in Blantyre and went to live in the then Salisbury Rhodesia, I can't wait to visit my place of birth again, and experience the friendliness of the people ❤

[jeremiasmessias]

I am from Mozambique I use to stay in Aviator Guest House is lovely place!

[noriaalexchabwera]

I love Malawi, the warm heart of Africa

[Mmadden]

Great Video! Would’ve loved to have seen Liwonde here too. The animal density there is absolutely incredible. Any guest going there is going to see so many types of game like Lions, Hippos, Elephants, and plenty more. Go Malawi!

[PriahMission-sb]

i really appreciate where am from its great and maverous creature aver....i really love malawi ❤

[fumukumwenda]

Thank you for featuring my country Displore.