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Bulawayo: See

Bulawayo: See

1 Natural History Museum of Zimbabwe, Corner of Park Road & Leopold Takawira Avenue, ☏ +263 92 50045, natmuse@netconnect.co.zw. Daily 09:00-17:00. Surprisingly impressive museum with a large selection of stuffed and pinned animals and an array of live constrictors and venomous snakes. It also has sections on the history of Zimbabwe, history of the Earth, and geology. Photography not permitted. US$0.06/10 (residents/non-residents). (updated Apr 2023)
2 National Art Gallery, Corner of J.M. Nkomo Street & Leopold Takawira Avenue, ☏ +263 9 707 21. Tue-Sat 09:00-17:00; closed public holidays. Many works are for sale. There are artists studios on-site; the artists are happy to chat about their work. They often invite visitors to local events and showcases. Craft shop and cafe as well. US$10 (non-residents).
3 Bulawayo Railway Museum, Prospect Ave. and Crew Rd, ☏ +263 29 236 2452. 08:00-16:00 daily. The historical exhibits are great. This includes Cecil Rhodes' private carriage, plus a range of decaying steam engines and other locomotives. The friendly curator lends you a guide book detailing every locomotive and carriage. Access is free to the innards of most exhibits. US$5 (non-residents).
4 Khami Ruins (22 km west of city center, by taxi ~US$20 one way, ~US$30 return), ☏ +263 29 225 0045. Daily 08:00-17:00. Ruins of capital of former Butua State civilization that existed from around 1450 to 1644 AD. Can wander around and visit small exhibit center on site. US$10 (non-resident). (updated Mar 2022)

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