Things to do in Central Mozambique
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Complexo Monte Verde
Beira's main nightclub is midway between Praia de Makuti and the airport.
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Mezimbite Forest Centre
Central Mozambique's forests have long been plundered, but there's finally some good news on the scene. If you have extra time and are interested in learning about local sustainable development projects, take a few hours to visit Mezimbite Forest Centre, about 50km west of Beira along the EN6.
In addition to promoting sustainable conservation of the surrounding forests through maximising the forests' benefits to local residents, it trains artisans and craftpersons to be competitive in quality at the highest levels, producing exclusive furniture designs, jewellery and other items that are marketed internationally.
The centre can be visited during the daytime (and preferably…
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Praça do Município & Praça do Metical
The heart of the city is the area around the squares of Praça do Município and Praça do Metical (the latter marked by a large metical coin perched on a pedestal). Near here, you'll find shops, banks, telecom and internet facilities, plus an array of sidewalk cafés. North of the two squares is the baixa (old commercial area), with the port and some charming old colonial-style architecture, while about 1km east is Maquinino, the main bus and transport hub.
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Praia de Makuti
Makuti is the residential area fringing Beira's small stretch of beach. Praia de Makuti is one of the better places in town to relax, though it can't compare with the coastline further south or north. The water is moderately clean, currents strong (ask locally where swimming is possible) and the breezes good. At the end is the old red-and-white Makuti Lighthouse, dating to 1904.
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Pic-Nic
For years, this place was reputed to be one of the city's best restaurants and while its reputation is somewhat outsized for what you get, portions are large and service reasonable. Dining is in a windowless red-draped interior, with black-suited waiters at your beck and call.
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Café Riviera
This classic, pink Old World sidewalk café is a wonderful spot to sit with a cup of coffee and bolo de mandioca (almond cake) and watch the passing scene, with soft, plump sofas inside and outdoor tables overlooking the beach.
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Art Bar Café
This promising place in the cinema building was about to open when this text was written. It's run by the same people who used to run one of Beira's best bars (now closed) and will have snacks, drinks and a DJ after 23:00.
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Pappas
There are no tables here - you get your meals at the L-shaped bar - but the food is delicious - steak and seafood grills on hot sizzle platters - and the ambience convivial. It's just down from Hotel Tivoli.
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Take-Away 2 + 1
A usually empty takeaway counter, and a tiny restaurant serving a modest selection of inexpensive local fare on plastic checked table cloths. It's just northeast of Praça do Município.
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Restaurante Ciné Nacional
A dark, windowless place just opposite Pic-Nic in the cinema building and known for its curries (which should be ordered in advance). Portions are small but it's a reliable bet for vegetarians.
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Casa Infante de Sagres
The streets in the area around the port are lined with faded colonial-era buildings. One to watch for is the restored Casa Infante de Sagres, now the offices of Manica Shipping Company.
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Craft Shop
The vendors near Clube Náutico hawk a modest array of woodcarvings and other crafts. Pricier but worth a look is the small Craft Shop opposite TDM and next to Cá Te Espero.
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Ponta Gêa
From Praça do Município, tree-lined streets lead south and east through the shady and charming Ponta Gêa residential area, which features some charming old houses.
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Mercado de Tchungamoyo
The chaotic Mercado de Tchungamoyo, known locally as 'Goto', is in the northeastern corner of town. It's full of imported goods, contraband and some unsavoury characters.
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Cathedral
Beira's spired Cathedral, southeast of the centre, was built in the early 20th century with stones taken from the ruins of San Caetano fort in Sofala.
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Clube Náutico
A colonial-era social club with a swimming pool. On Saturday afternoons, there are all-comers-welcome rugby matches on the sand in front.
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Casa de Cultura
Opposite Hotel Embaixador, with theatre and dance performances. Information on upcoming programs is posted by the entrance.
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Café Capri
Another Beira classic, just down from Café Riviera, and with good café espresso.
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Mercado Central
Mercado Central in the town centre is quieter, and the best place to buy fruit and vegetables.
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Restaurante Kanimambo
Behind Hotel Embaixador, with Beira's best Chinese food and a friendly proprietor.
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Cá Te Espero
Portuguese-style seafood and grills in a dark and smoky pub atmosphere.
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