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If possible, visit the smelter and go underground: failing that, visit Mindola Pit where, if there are still good rock exposures you can dig out small geodes of pseudomalachite.
Watch them pour slag at night.
Visit the geologically much older, and pretty, copper occurrences at Tinker's Claims, south of Kitwe along the Kafue River.
Written Jul 9, 2009
Address: Nkana Mine offices, Kantanta St.
If possible, visit the smelter and go underground: failing that, visit Mindola Pit where, if there are still good rock exposures you can dig out small geodes of pseudomalachite.
Watch them pour slag at night.
Visit the geologically much older, and pretty, copper occurrences at Tinker's Claims, south of Kitwe along the Kafue River.
Written Jul 9, 2009
Address: Nkana Mine offices, Kantanta St.
Copperfield (I think): Kitwe's little gem
Kalulu Says: I live in Kitwe so I've never actually stayed any where else but home. But I felt compelled to mention this place because it does a great afternoon cream tea. Lovely big house with huge garden where you can enjoy your afternoon cream tea.
PeterVancouver Says: Clearly built in the colonial days this hotel is now looking somewhat shabby but really there are no five star hotels in the area so there is little choice. My main reason for visting the Edinburgh was to find a bar as the heat and dust from the airport was fairly heavy...
Just wanted to say that l used to have the restaurant at the squash club seven years ago. IThe restaurant was called Rack-A-Teers. Renowned for the best steaks in town and quality, quanity and value for money. I trained the staff very well and had developed a good choice of menu. Steaks to Poultry to Fish to Seafood.
Always had good feed back. Hopefully the restaurant is still going well.
Exkitwe
Favorite Dish: All was excellent
Written Nov 20, 2007
Address: Nkana, Kitwe
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I always hear good reports about this place. Its called the Squash Club because it used to be the canteen to the actual squash club (so I'm told). Indoor and outdoor seating...great for the hot evenings. Mainly steaks, salads and pasta. Good quality food for a decent price. Make sure you're clear about how you like your steak. Us Zambians tend to like things well done.
Favorite Dish: Fillet steak, pepper sauce and salad with a generous portion of french fries.
Written Feb 13, 2003
Address: Squash Club building in Nkana
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When I was at high school, this was my favourite restaurant. If you love Indian food, then you'll love this place. The dishes are aromatic and absolutely delicious. The portions are generous but not too much so that you can enjoy a 3-course meal. The decor is authentic and not tacky like some restaurants can be. Comfortable seating.
Favorite Dish: I can't remember the name but it was spicey meatballs stuffed with spinach in a yummy gravy with greenpeppers. Served on a bed of rice.
Updated Feb 13, 2003
Address: Its recently moved and I'm not sure where to.
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DO NOT use any public transport in Kitwe unless you are suicidal! Honestly, the vehicles are not roadworthy and the drivers are not the most safety conscious. Its best to hire a car or drive around with family or friends.
Written Feb 13, 2003
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Please use your common sense whenever you travel anywhere in Zambia. Lock your car, house, etc. Don't leave anything obvious to temptation for thieves and pickpockets and keep any eye on your valuables.
Updated Feb 13, 2003
Much I have to say about this town is not great. I'll be honest. People don't come on holiday to Kitwe when they visit Zambia and there's a reason for it....there ain't much to do. The main reason...
Sixty four kilometres west of Ndola is Kitwe, the hub of the Copperbelt and the principle industrial and commercial centre of the area. The city owes its existence to the copper mining industry but a...
Although I left many years ago two important tips I can pass on to potential travellers. When it rains in Zambia it really rains expect a flood! Dirt roads become impassable etc but within a day the...
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