The Z List: Only Two Countries Begin with Z!

Jan 08, 2025 Komal Das

Out of all the countries in the world, only two share the rare distinction of beginning with the letter Z Zambia & Zimbabwe. Let's explore them!

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Zambia, in Southern Africa, is known for Victoria Falls and stunning wildlife. It’s a landlocked country rich in minerals like copper

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Zambia is home to some of the most beautiful and untouched national parks in Africa, like South Luangwa and Kafue, offering some of the best safaris in the world

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Zimbabwe, in Southern Africa, is known for its rich history, the Great Zimbabwe ruins, and stunning landscapes like Hwange National Park and Victoria Falls

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Zimbabwe’s Hwange National Park is known for the 'Big Five' – lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, and buffalo

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From Zambia’s wild beauty to Zimbabwe’s historic wonders, these two countries may share a letter, but they each have their own unique stories to tell

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