Joanna James
Being the Capital City of Botswana, Gaborone is famous for the Gaborone Game Reserve, home to an array of migratory and native birds as well as native animals. Complementing these natural treasures are the people, the culture, and the history of the nation to be explored and discovered.
This monument was erected in the Central Business District of Gaborone to commemorate the three Setswana Chiefs who took it upon themselves to travel to Great Britain in 1895 to persuade that Botswana remains a separate entity rather than fall under another administration. Being declared open in 2005 on the occasion of the 39th Anniversary of Botswana's Independence, the monument with a statue of each chief is a constant reminder of the respect these leaders gained from the nation. A fine monument to gather some of the rich histories of Botswana. Visiting this is one of the best things to do in Gaborone.
With a rich culinary heritage, the Setswana cuisine is unique however carries a few characteristics from other cuisines of Southern Africa. Pap, samp, vetkoek and Seswaa a meat dish is some of the unique preparations of Setswana cuisine which are available at restaurants and must be savoured to appreciate it as indulged by guests at Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino.
The craft of any nation carries many stories. The government-initiated Botswana's rural handicraft industry is now privately operated under the brand Botswanacraft which retails, and exports craft carefully turned out by dedicated teams of locals. Intricate brown baskets of varying shapes and sizes take the lead in Botswanacraft although there are many other fascinating craft items you can purchase such as pottery, caps, aprons etc. Visit this market (Botswanacraft) where you can pick up several enchanting pieces to carry back home.
With rich nature reserves to choose from you can have your pick in Gabarone. A nature reserve which can be experienced without denting your wallet too much is Mokolodi Nature Reserve which provides a good view of animals such as kudu, giraffe, steenbok, impala, ostrich, warthog, leopard etc and exciting game drives, engaging guided walks, horse-back safaris etc. A visit to Mokolodi will be more memorable by staying overnight at a chalet or campsite.
This scenic dam built in 1964 is an earth core fill structure that collects water from the Ngotwane River and provides the supply of water to the city of Gaborone. There are many entertaining activities one can engage in at this dam apart from witnessing the beauty, such as boating, yachting, windsurfing and a park with playgrounds. Swimming is not possible due to crocodiles lurking in the lake.
There are several shopping malls in Gaborone such as Game City Mall, Airport Junction Shopping Centre, Main Mall etc. It is an interesting experience to browse through the shops and pick up a few items to take away as gifts as prices are quite reasonable.
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