Chililabombwe
ZambiaZM
Town in Copperbelt Province, Zambia
Chililabombwe is a small town in Copperbelt Province, Zambia. It is located near the Democratic Republic of the Congo border. The name Chililabombwe means 'place of the croaking frog' in the local language of Lamba. The town has a population of 87 000 based on census data from 2010, making it one of the largest towns in the Copperbelt. The town is on the T3 road, 20 km north of the neighbouring town of Chingola, and approximately 17 km south of the large border market of Kasumbalesa. The town's main economic activity is copper mining.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 34,200
- Coordinates
- -12.365, 27.823
- Timezone
- Africa/Lusaka
- Elevation
- 1360 m
Overview of Chililabombwe
In Zambia, Chililabombwe stands out as a small town. With 34,200 residents, it is easy to gauge its scale. The altitude here is around 1,360 m. A useful hint when you budget your days. Our data highlights adventure, culture and nightlife above everything else. Sitting in the southern hemisphere, its seasons follow that pattern.
Things to do in Chililabombwe
Adventure in Chililabombwe
(1)Chililabombwe records Adventure Parks under adventure. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Chililabombwe. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Culture in Chililabombwe
(1)The culture shortlist for Chililabombwe: Mines. All of it is drawn from Chililabombwe's recorded activities. A compact set that still fills a visit.
Nightlife in Chililabombwe
(1)On the nightlife side, Chililabombwe offers Clubs. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Chililabombwe. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Best time to visit Chililabombwe
For trails and green space, October to November and March to April is the sweet spot. Off-peak visits still work, thanks to culture and food.
Getting there & around
Reaching Chililabombwe is easiest with a car once you are in Zambia. Chililabombwe runs on Africa/Lusaka time.
Similar destinations
Places near Chililabombwe that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chililabombwe known for?
- In Zambia, Chililabombwe stands out for adventure, culture and nightlife. That mix defines the typical visit to this 34,200-strong destination.
- What can you do in Chililabombwe?
- Options in Chililabombwe run to Adventure Parks, Mines and Clubs — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit Chililabombwe?
- For trails and green space, October to November and March to April is the sweet spot. Off-peak visits still work, thanks to culture and food.
- Where is Chililabombwe located?
- You will find Chililabombwe in Zambia. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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