Zimbabwe is a striking country to visit boasting an abundance of attractions including the majestic Victoria Falls the biggest curtain of falling water in the world and known by the locals as Mosi-oa-Tuna – the smoke that thunders; Lake Kariba one of the largest man-made lakes; The famous Hwange National Park; the medieval ruins of Great Zimbabwe the greatest medieval city in sub-Saharan Africa from where the country gets its name; the bustling capital city of Harare and the mighty Zambezi River. The Zambezi River has become one of the premier adventure travel destinations, offering unbeatable whitewater rafting in the Zambezi Gorges below the falls as well as excellent canoeing and kayaking above them.