Bulawayo is the second largest city in Zimbabwe that is home to more than one million people. Bulawayo has a very interesting history. It was founded by Ndebele King, Lobengula the son of King Mzilikazika Matshobana who settled in modern day Zimbabwe in the 1840s.
When the city became the centre of imperialist intrigue, the European inhabitants came from Britain to take over and further develop it. Today, this “City of Kings” has residents who can speak more than three languages including Zuku, Xhosa, Zulu, English and Sotho. Since Bulawayo is also considered the business hub of Zimbabwe, tourists and businessmen from all over the world visit the beautiful city and enjoy the rich heritage it has to offer.
An Exciting Reflection of Past at the Museum of Natural History
The Museum of Natural History is arguably the largest museum in the whole of Southern Hemisphere. It boasts of over 75,000 mind intriguing exhibits that vividly illustrate the history, mineral wealth and exciting wildlife of Zimbabwe. Located on Leopold Takawira Avenue, the museum often takes the breath away of its visitors when they lay their eyes on the second largest mounted elephant in the world.
This place of wonder shows off a very comprehensive collection of fauna and well-designed exhibits along with a wide range of extensive geological and historical displays for the tourists. Open throughout the week, the Museum welcomes tourists who have come for a short stay on cheap urgent flights to Bulawayo.
Spending a Day of Adventure at Chipangali Wildlife Orphanage
Featured in countless documentaries, Chipangali Wildlife is a magnet for wildlife rehabilitation supporters. Established in 1973, the center provides home to orphaned and abandoned wild animals. The adventurous visitors can spend time with the cheetah, lions, leopards, black rhino and other species! Tourists can take earlybird flights to Bulawayo and partake in Nature Conservation Center within the Orphanage to appreciate the wonder of the indigenous wildlife and their environment.
Touch the Stone Age at the WondrousKhame Ruins
Located around 20 kilometers outside Bulawayo, there lies the magnificent ancient Iron Age complex of Khami Ruins. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Khami Ruins give the archeologists and tourists around the world a thrilling opportunity to look and touch the dry stone walling or artifacts that date back to 15th century and as early as the Stone Age.
The beautiful Ruins consist of terraces and interesting passages which are supported by gigantic granite walls that overlook Khame dam and gorge. Another exciting place to visit within the Ruins is a small museum which depicts the ancient relics found at the site – most of which are 100,000 years old!
Bulawayo is the place for tourists or businessmen who have a thrill to know about the ancient past of Southern Hemisphere or those who have a taste for the exciting wildlife. Visit Bulawayo today to see more out of the places than what’s mentioned. The Bulawayo affordable air tickets are available at Travel Beeps. Call for more information and begin the exciting trip right away or feel free to take advantage of our book now pay later flights to Bulawayo.
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