Ndola: Exploring The Capital of Copperbelt Province
With a long history steeped in copper mining, the city of Ndola, Zambia is an important commercial center in Zambia’s Copperbelt Province and serves as a gateway to the region’s mineral producing areas. The city’s central business district is a bustling and vibrant hub where numerous factories, offices, and shops are found. Ndola can be reached by flying to the Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA), an airport located in the city which has flights to and from several African countries.
Best Time to Visit
Visitors flock to Ndola not just for business but also for leisure during December, July, and September. July is a busy month for the city as many visitors arrive in time for the annual Zambia International Trade Fair and accordingly, you will find that the city’s business center, as well as Ndola hotels, are jam-packed, so it is best to make early reservations if you plan on visiting the city during these peak dates.
What to Do & Area Attractions
You might be lucky to chance upon a football game at the colossal Levy Mwanawasa Stadium while you’re in town. Or if golf is more your sport, head to the Ndola Golf Course for a challenging game in the city’s most prestigious club. Feel at home in any of the fine hotels nearby like the Protea Hotel by Marriott Ndola, located on the Kitwe/Ndola Dual Carriage Way. Or relax like royalty at your elegant room at the Urban Hotel Ndola, which is set in a golf club. Very near many attractions within the city are The Castle Lodge that offers value for money accommodations.
