Benguela

city in Angola

Benguela (São Felipe de Benguela, formerly spelled Benguella) is a city in western Angola. It is the capital of Benguela Province. Benguela is one of Angola's largest cities.

Benguela
Municipality and town
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Coordinates: 12°33′S 13°25′E / 12.550°S 13.417°E / -12.550; 13.417
CountryAngola
Admin. divisionBenguela Province
Area
 • Total800 sq mi (2,100 km2)
Elevation
128 ft (39 m)
Population
 • Total513,000
 • Density580/sq mi (224/km2)