Location: Bulawayo
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Bulawayo is the second-largest city in Zimbabwe after the capital Harare, with, as of the ever disputed 2012 census, a population of 653,337 while Bulawayo Municipal records indicate a population of 1,200,750. This understating of population by the government is due to the marginalisation of the Matabeleland region by the government since 1980 in a bid to avail less resources. With a population of 620,000 in 1992 Bulawayo cannot have a population of 653 337 20 years later when it is exhausting its land due to housing expansion. It is in Matabeleland, 439 km (273 mi) southwest of Harare, and is now treated as a separate provincial area from Matabeleland. The capital of Matabeleland North is now Lupane, as Bulawayo is a metropolitan province.
Restaurants in Bulawayo
1. Khami Ruins
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 80 reviews
Constructed in the 16th century, this is a site of the former capital and major trading city.
Reviewed By mbiras - Goromonzi, Zimbabwe
One of the second biggest heritage sites in Zimbabwe located 22km west of Bulawayo city built before the 18th century by the Rozvi Mambo Dynasty.
2. Natural History Museum
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4.5 based on 174 reviews
Since 1964 this four-story museum has been an important homage to the history, culture and people of Africa.
Reviewed By R8875ZSsuzannes - Dunedin, United States
This is a wonderful museum! It has taxidermy examples of the local wildlife, from large to small, mammals, reptiles, & birds! In the central courtyard are housed live snakes, and there are excellent exhibits about the local culture and industries upstairs.
3. Matobo National Park
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4.5 based on 364 reviews
Reviewed By desmondp2018 - Snohomish, United States
Entrance to the park very steep.We still remember driving through the park on a very hot day. Saw some game-no rhino.though. Entrance fee to climb the kopje to Rhode ‘s grave rather steep. Ah, well , World’s View worth it. It’s a magical place up there. Ignore the monuments, lie on your back, gaze at the cloudless cobalt sky and listen to the song of the wind as it caresses the balancing rocks. Very peaceful. Watch the sun go down .
4. Bulawayo Railway Museum
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4.5 based on 139 reviews
Reviewed By michelebL6706RH - Harare, Zimbabwe
Amazingly well maintained despite scarce resources. Really interesting history of the railways in Rhodesia/Zimbabwe including Cecil Rhodes personal carriage. Kids would love this place as you get to climb onto the trains (@ your own risk).
5. Chipangali Wildlife Orphanage and Research Centre
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4.0 based on 112 reviews
Chipangali is a haven for wild animals which have little hope for survival in the wild - creatures which have been orphaned, abandoned, injured, born in captivity or brought up unsuccessfully as pets. It is often the last refuge for those brought in sick or injured, and increasingly it is a sanctuary for confiscated animals. We invite children and animal lovers of all nationalities to visit our Animal Orphanage and take an educational tour to learn more about African wildlife. We have 150 animals and birds located in 40 acres. There is a tea room for snacks and a souvenir stall. Lots of shady places to sit and have a picnic. School groups and other large groups welcome. Open Tuesday to Sunday. Mondays Closed. Timing: 8 am to 5 pm. Open on all Public Holidays except Christmas Day. Admission: Adults 5$, Children 4$ School Groups: High School 4$, Primary School 3$, Teachers 4$
Reviewed By TariroM18 - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Chipangali has a wide variety of wildlife from birds to animals that are indigenous to Zimbabwe. this place is suitable for kids and makes for a good learning experience and adventure.family and school trips are welcome here and it quite a short distance from town. There is a tuckshop for food and a nice area to have food comfortably.
6. Bulawayo Town
7. National Gallery of Zimbabwe in Bulawayo
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 66 reviews
Reviewed By R8875ZSsuzannes - Dunedin, United States
This is a small, but very enjoyable art museum, with some high quality work. They also sponsor an art school, and there are pieces from the school as well. In the delightful courtyard, there are sculptures and also artists’ studios which can be visited by the public when the artist is there working. The building is interesting, too, all by itself!
