Visit Matobo National Park
Located 36km south of Bulawayo city is Matobo National Park. It is the oldest national park in Zimbabwe, established in 1926 at the behest of the late Cape Colonial Prime Minister Cecil John Rhodes. The park was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2003.
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Matobo National Park is famous for its eponymous rock formations. Each of these hills is made up of hundreds of granite boulders stacked on top of each other. The most famous hill is Malindidzimu Hill, which is actually a single large granite boulder with a nearly flat top. Locals consider Malindidzimu a place where mortals can meet the spirits of their ancestors.
Matobo National Park is home to over 3,000 rock carvings. These pristine works of art were created by the Saan people between 320 and 500 AD. The Saan are descendants of pre-Stone Age people who migrated to Matobo around 300,000 BC. Their carvings mainly depict daily life and wildlife. Some of the caves with the most murals are the Bambata, Inanke, Nswatugi, and Pomongwe caves. Archaeological excavations are still ongoing in some of the caves, and visitors can view the excavated artifacts at mini-museums located near the caves.
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Matobo National Park is also home to many rare animals such as white rhinos, black gazelles, impalas, and leopards. Matobo has the highest density of leopards in Africa. Several rare bird species, such as the black eagle, also congregate in Matobo. Visitors should not miss a walking tour around the park to observe the animals, such as walking along the Maleme, Mpopoma, and Mtsheleli rivers, where many animals often gather to drink.
Matobo Park features numerous large and small dams, offering visitors opportunities for boating and fishing on the artificial lakes. The Maleme Dam, in particular, houses a research and breeding station for tilapia and bass, ensuring anglers don't have to worry about going empty-handed after a day of fishing. Visitors can then take their catch to one of the park's seven campsites to prepare and enjoy.
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