Miradouro da Lua
Eroded cliffs on the coast about 40 km south of the city, with red and white gullies that look like the surface of the Moon.
Miradouro da Lua, or Moon Viewpoint, lies beside the coastal road about 40 km south of Luanda. Constant rain and sea wind have carved the sandstone cliffs into dense peaks and gullies with distinct red, yellow and white layers, likened to the surface of the Moon. It is the most famous natural landmark around Luanda and also appears on Angolan postcards and banknotes. The viewing platform is free and offers views over the whole landscape and the distant Atlantic, and the light is most beautiful at sunset. There is no public transport, so you need to hire a car or drive yourself. It is often combined with Kissama National Park or Cabo Ledo beach as a day trip. The cliff edges are crumbly, so never climb over the railings.
Opening hours
Open all day (daytime visits recommended)
Nearby sights
- Mussulo Peninsula
- National Museum of Slavery
- Benfica Craft Market
- Mausoleum of Agostinho Neto
- Church of Our Lady of Carmo
- National Museum of Anthropology
- Cathedral of Our Lady of Remedies
- National Museum of Natural History