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The national museum of Swaziland in Lobamba was founded in 1972. It houses a small collection of artifacts showcasing the history of the nation. Large part of the collection is devoted to King Sobhuza II, the ruler of Swaziland for 82 years.
Updated Apr 4, 2011
Address: Lobamba H107, Swaziland
Phone: (00268) 61178/9, 61151, 61516
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If I would could give only one tip on what to do in Swazilands, that would be to go and see Swazi Cultural Village.
It is a living museum of traditional Swazi lifestyle. The Village consists of sixteen beehive huts. One of the most interesting things to see are the Sibhaca and Umhlanga dances, performed twice a day. Sibhaca dancing involves the stomping of the feet in unison accompanied by traditional music and rhythmic chants. The original purpose of the Umhlanga (reed) dance was to represent potential wives for the king.
You can taste Swazi delicacies at the village restaurant.
Updated Dec 17, 2006
Address: Lobamba, Swaziland
Phone: (+268) 416-1151, 416-1178
Website: http://www.sntc.org.sz/cultural/mantvill1.asp
Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary is located at the Ezulwini valley close to Lobamba. It's a nice place for game viewing. There are for example giraffes, zebras, antelopes, hippos and crocodiles. Other activities include hiking, cycling and horse riding.
In the main camp there are traditional Swazi huts for accomodation and a restaurant.
Updated Dec 17, 2006
Address: Old Mbabane/Manzini Road, Lobamba, Swaziland
Phone: (+268) 528 3943 / 4
Website: www.biggameparks.org/bookinginfo_directions.html#tm
King Sobhuza II was the son of Bhunu and Lomawa Ndwandwe. Nkhotfotjeni ("stone lizard") was born on the 22nd of July 1899. After the death of Bhunu five months after, his son was proclaimed as the King Sobhuza II. His period in power until the death in 1982 is the longest dated monarchical reign in the World. His personal personal reign lasted over 60 years (1921-82).
King Sobhuza II married 70 wives and had 210 children.
Written Dec 17, 2006
Website: www.sntc.org.sz/cultural/sobhuza.asp
The 65-seat parliament assembles in the House of Assembly, located at Lobamba. 55 of the members represent the tribal communities (tinkhundlas) while the rest are appointed by the King.
Updated Apr 4, 2011
Address: Parliament Building, Lobamba
Phone: +268 4161 286/9
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