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UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Zambia
World Heritage Zambia · UNESCO sites in Zambia map · historical landmarks in Zambia
Zambia has 1 site on the UNESCO World Heritage List — 1 natural inscription, inscribed in 1989. This map of UNESCO sites in Zambia covers every listing, with a short description, the inscription year and the nearest airports — the fastest way to see the country's most important historical sites and landmarks in one place.
Mosi-oa-Tunya / Victoria Falls was the country's first inscription, added in 1989.
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- 1
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- First inscribed
- 1989
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List of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Zambia
Every inscription with its year and category. Open a site for its story, map location and nearest airports.
| Site | Year | Type | What it is |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mosi-oa-Tunya / Victoria FallsThese are among the most spectacular waterfalls in the world. | 1989 | Natural | These are among the most spectacular waterfalls in the world. |
Frequently asked questions about World Heritage in Zambia
- How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites are there in Zambia?
- Zambia has 1 UNESCO World Heritage Site: 1 natural.
- What was the first World Heritage Site in Zambia?
- Mosi-oa-Tunya / Victoria Falls was inscribed in 1989. These are among the most spectacular waterfalls in the world.
- Which sites in Zambia are natural World Heritage Sites?
- 1 of the 1 listings is natural: Mosi-oa-Tunya / Victoria Falls.
- Which UNESCO sites in Zambia are easiest to reach?
- Each site page lists the closest airports with distance, so you can pick the gateway city first and work outwards. The "Flying in" panel on this page shows the main gateways for Zambia.
- What are the main historical sites and landmarks in Zambia?
- The 1 UNESCO-listed site above are Zambia's internationally recognised historical sites and landmarks, starting with Mosi-oa-Tunya / Victoria Falls (1989). Each entry links to a full page with a map, photos and travel notes.