Estuário do Espírito Santo, Maputo

Name: Estuário do Espírito Santo
Address: Maputo, Mozambique

#16 among attractions in Maputo

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The Estuário do Espírito Santo is an estuary on the western bank of Maputo Bay, Mozambique where four rivers flow: the Tembe, Mbuluzi, Matola and Infulene Rivers. Its maximum depth is 11 meters, with the channels dredged. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 25°59'8"S, 32°34'29"E

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Estuário do Espírito Santo – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Maputo central market, Maputo–Katembe bridge, Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, Tunduru Gardens.

1.1 miN
Shopping, Flea market, Market
Maputo central market, Maputo
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1.4 miNW
Bridge
Maputo–Katembe bridge, Maputo
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1.1 miN
Church
Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, Maputo
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1 miN
Park, Garden
Tunduru Gardens, Maputo
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0.9 miNE
Museum, Natural history museum, Science museum
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1.3 miNE
Colonial architecture
Vila Algarve, Maputo
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0.8 miN
Library
National Library of Mozambique, Maputo
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1 miE
Palace
Palácio da Ponta Vermelha, Maputo
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1 miN
25°58'16"S • 32°34'18"E
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Historical landmark
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Square
Praça da Independência, Maputo
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