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Trip Planner:   Africa  /  Malawi  /  Central Region  /  Dedza  /  Chongoni Rock Art Area

Chongoni Rock Art Area, Dedza

4.5
#8 of 23 in Things to do in Central Region
Must see · World heritage site · Landmark · Tourist Spot
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A World Heritage Site, Chongoni Rock Art Area stands as the largest cluster of ancient rock paintings in Central Africa. While the site contains 127 artworks, the guided tour starts with the three that are open to the public, surrounded by massive granite hills and untouched nature. Admire the rock art sites depicting animals, rituals, and symbols, made mostly by BaTwa hunter-gatherers who lived during the Late Stone Age, and Chewa clan folk from the Early Iron Age. To visit Chongoni Rock Art Area and get the most from your holiday in Dedza, create itinerary details personal to you using our Dedza trip itinerary builder.
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  • By RafaelS4439
    I went to the rock paintings with Samuel. We met at Dedza Pottery and went straight to the rock areas. The roads to get there is not so easy to find, therefore I really recommend to go with a guide... 
    I went to the rock paintings with Samuel. We met at Dedza Pottery and went straight to the rock areas. The roads to get there is not so easy to find, therefore I really recommend to go with a guide...  more »
  • By tysonvo
    These rock art panels, which are most commonly found in caves/overhangs, are really impressive, with many different sites and different styles from two distinct eras. We were guided by Samuel... 
    These rock art panels, which are most commonly found in caves/overhangs, are really impressive, with many different sites and different styles from two distinct eras. We were guided by Samuel...  more »
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  • By Dominic McEvoy
    Amazing how close you can get. Difficult track to drive on to get too.
  • By kevin maina
    Am coming asap
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