Penhalonga
ZimbabweZW
Mining town in Manicaland, Zimbabwe
Penhalonga is mining village in Mutasa District of Manicaland Province, Zimbabwe, located 18 km north of Mutare in a valley where the Tsambe and Imbeza Rivers meet the Mutare River. According to the 1982 Population Census, the village had a population of 4,477. Ancient gold workings have been found in the area. In 1895 the Penhalonga Mine opened and the village grew around the gold mine. The name is derived from the shona word Panoronga meaning "the place that shines". The origin is often confused with the Portuguese words "Penha" which means "rocky mountain" and "longa" meaning long. While the old Penhalonga mine closed in 1943, a new mine, the Rezende Mine, opened in 1999. Bauxite clay, which is also mined in the area, supplies most of Zimbabwe's pottery industry. The village is the residential and commercial centre for the mine and the surrounding area of forestry, dairy and mixed farming.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Coordinates
- -18.891, 32.698
- Timezone
- Africa/Harare
- Elevation
- 1364 m
Overview of Penhalonga
Penhalonga — a place in Zimbabwe — is worth a place on your map. What stands out most: nature, culture and nightlife. It lies in the southern hemisphere, which drives its seasonal calendar. You are about 1,364 metres up.
Things to do in Penhalonga
Nature in Penhalonga
(6)Penhalonga's nature entries include Countryside, Gardens, Geological Formations, Islands and Mountains. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Penhalonga. 6 entries sit in this category, enough to fill more than a day.
Culture in Penhalonga
(3)Our data lists Cathedrals, Mines and Religious Sites as culture options here. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Penhalonga.
Nightlife in Penhalonga
(3)Looking for nightlife? Penhalonga has Casinos, Events and Festival. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. The list follows Penhalonga's own activity tags.
Adventure in Penhalonga
(2)For adventure, expect Amusement Parks and Shooting Ranges. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. The list follows Penhalonga's own activity tags.
Shopping in Penhalonga
(1)Shopping in Penhalonga covers Shopping. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. This reflects only what is documented for Penhalonga.
Best time to visit Penhalonga
The warm stretch of December to March is when water activities work best. October to November and March to April offers mild conditions for outdoor routes. Museums, food and nightlife keep Penhalonga viable all year.
Getting there & around
Public transport thins out here — the nearest hub in Zimbabwe plus a short drive is the usual route. Set your clock to Africa/Harare on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Penhalonga that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Penhalonga known for?
- Travellers associate Penhalonga with nature, culture and nightlife. It sits in Zimbabwe.
- What can you do in Penhalonga?
- Penhalonga is tagged with Countryside, Gardens, Geological Formations, Islands and Mountains, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Penhalonga?
- The warm stretch of December to March is when water activities work best. October to November and March to April offers mild conditions for outdoor routes. Museums, food and nightlife keep Penhalonga viable all year.
- Where is Penhalonga located?
- Penhalonga belongs to Zimbabwe, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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