Wild gems of Botswana

In a series of articles, MIKE and JEREMY BROOK introduce some of Botswanas archaeological, historical and scenic beauty sites, which are now classified as national monuments. Botswana has over 2,500 such sites, of which more than 100 have been gazetted. The National Monuments and Relics Act of 2001 ensures that the sites are adequately protected; most are free to visit, and some have full time guides. We start the series with a look at two wonderful sites, Mogonye Gorges and Manyana rock paintings, both within a one hour drive from the capital, Gaborone. Taken from a new book called, Wild About Botswana, to be released at Christmas.

Mogonye gorges

Just 40 minutes’ drive from Gaborone, these spectacular gorges show a refreshingly different side to the typical and relatively flat bushveld areas of                     Botswana.

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