Fun facts about Beira
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Beira was originally called Chiveve, named after a local river.
Beira
Mozambique
Beira is the capital and largest city of Sofala Province, in the central region of Mozambique.
From the “History” section
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The city was established in 1890 by the Portuguese and became the main port in the Portuguese-administered territory.
Beira
Mozambique
Beira is the capital and largest city of Sofala Province, in the central region of Mozambique.
From the “History” section
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Beira's port is the second largest in Mozambique and has long been a major trade point for exports to Zimbabwe, Malawi, and Zambia.
Beira
Mozambique
Beira is the capital and largest city of Sofala Province, in the central region of Mozambique.
From the “Transportation” section
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Beira has three public university campuses, including the Catholic University of Mozambique, established in 1996.
Beira
Mozambique
Beira is the capital and largest city of Sofala Province, in the central region of Mozambique.
From the “Education” section
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Beira has been twinned with Bristol, UK, since 1990, managing various projects in education and culture.
Beira
Mozambique
Beira is the capital and largest city of Sofala Province, in the central region of Mozambique.
From the “International relations” section
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