Southern Africa - Understand Southern Africa and Survival Guide (PDF Chapter)

This chapter contains the Southern Africa Today, History, Culture, Music in Southern Africa, Environment, Directory A–Z, Transport and Health chapters from Lonely Planet’s Southern Africa guidebook.

All the info you need on everything from history, music and culture to flights, public transport, climate, money, the internet... you name it. Get hints on the gay and lesbian scene and tips for women travellers, travelling with kids and travellers with disabilities, as well as handy language guide and glossary.

• a rundown on the people and culture of the region
• info on Southern Africa’s amazing music
• full coverage of the region’s spectacular wildlife and landscapes
• details on Southern Africa’s history and politics

Coverage includes: Southern Africa Today, History, Culture, Music in Southern Africa, Environment, Directory A–Z, Transport and Health.