Lake of Stars (day)

Lake of Stars (day)

celebrating three days of colourful and lively African culture at Lake Malawi
Lake of Stars (day) - celebrating three days of colourful and lively African culture at Lake Malawi

Location: 

Chintheche, Malawi

Duration: 

Sunday, October 2, 2016

Journey: 

Rhodesia and Nyasaland

Personal highlights

  1. Enjoying three days of a colourful and lively African festival
  2. Watching Lion King and Romeo and Juliet by local artists
  3. Meeting and talking with international expats and many locals
  4. Swimming in the refreshing lake to cool down from a hot day
  5. Dancing into the sunrise to some African and electronic beats

Image sources

  1. Sunrise over Lake Malawiinfo-icon
  2. Swimming in Lake Malawi
  3. Local dancers from Malawi
  4. Local arts and crafts shop
  5. Children playing Lion King

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