When you see the striking Ndebele murals and the way they are created, you begin to understand why this artform and culture are so easily recognised and admired throughout the world.

Botshabelo is not simply a one building museum, but an entire village complex comprising several historic buidings. This museum complex is one of the most fascinating in the country, and is situated on a 2300 hectare nature reserve.

Excellent hiking trails and accomodation facilities areavailable. At the Ndebele Open-air Museum visitors ca experience the Ndebele lifestyle and culture. Colourful beadwork and other traditional crafts can be purchased on site. The beautiful painted Ndebele are widelt renowned.