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Mapungubwe

South Africa

Mapungubwe

LocationSouth Africa
RegionLimpopo Province
TypeNational Park and World Heritage Site
Coordinates-22.2190°, 29.3840°
Established1995
Area280
Nearest CityMusina (45 mi)
Major CityPolokwane (210 mi)
Entrance Fee25

About Mapungubwe

Mapungubwe National Park is home to the ancient Kingdom of Mapungubwe, the first indigenous kingdom in southern Africa. The park features diverse wildlife including elephants, giraffes, and white rhinos, alongside significant archaeological sites. The landscape is characterized by sandstone formations, mopane woodlands, and the confluence of the Limpopo and Shashe rivers.