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The National Museum

The National Museum, Lobamba

 tpk2 Says:  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. 

The houses of parliament

The houses of parliament, Lobamba

 tpk2 Says:  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. 

Swazi Cultural Village

Swazi Cultural Village, Lobamba

 tpk2 Says:  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... 

Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary

Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, Lobamba

 tpk2 Says:  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... 

King Shobuza II Memorial

King Shobuza II Memorial, Lobamba

 tpk2 Says:  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... 

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Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary: Traditional Swazi Huts

Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary: Traditional Swazi Huts, Lobamba

 tpk2 Says:  At Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary you have a unique chance to sleep in a beehive, traditional Swaziland hut. It's a great experience!The price is 160 ZAR (17 euors) per person plus 25 ZAR (3 euors) for admission to the sanctuary. 

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Mantenga Craft Centre: The best place in Swaziland for buying souvenirs

Mantenga Craft Centre: The best place in Swaziland for buying souvenirs, Lobamba

 tpk2 Says:  Mantenga Craft Centre houses 11 different craft shops with such as paintings, masks, pottery and weavings. You can visit the workshops where you can observe the handicrafts being made. The Centre was established in 1975 to promote the development of rural handcrafts in... 

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Lobamba - The home of the national monuments

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 Lobamba is the legislative capital of Swaziland and residence of Ndlovukazi (“She Elephant”), the Queen Mother. Built on the site of a previous royal village, Nkanini, it can be described as the... 

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The main tourist spot of the country

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