Way of Life
Angola was ruled by Portugal and both countries share many cultural aspects, including language and main religious roots (Roman Catholic Christianity). However, the Angolan culture derives mostly from native Bantu and several other African tribes/ethnic groups which were mixed with Portuguese culture from the 16th century to the 20th century. After independence in 1975, thousands of ethnic Portuguese left Angola and the country's African cultural heritage increased. Although existing similarities due to Angola's former status as a Portuguese territory for over four centuries, current Angolan and Portuguese cultures and lifestyles are very different.
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