Africa is a continent that is on many people’s bucket lists, and this is for good reason. In addition to being the best place for seeing some of the most beautiful and rare animals in the world, Africa is also home to many ancient monuments that provide a glimpse into our ancient history. No matter your age, Africa is a fantastic place to visit and there are tours that you can book onto that will take the stress out of planning your trip and allow you to meet other travellers. So, what are some of the best ancient monuments to visit in Africa?
Pyramids of Giza
Of course, when it comes to ancient monuments it is hard to think of anything other than the Pyramids of Giza. There are few sites as fascinating as this when it comes to ancient history as the breathtaking structures were built between 2560 and 2490 BC and used as tombs for Pharaohs Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure. You can book Egypt tours that will show you the incredible pyramids and cruises along the legendary River Nile.
Adam’s Calendar
It is said by many that Adam’s Calendar is the oldest megalithic site in the world, so it is certainly somewhere of interest for any history buff. Sometimes referred to as “African Stonehenge”, it is thought to be over 75,000 years old and is a standing stone circle of around 30 meters in diameter. Adam’s Calendar is found in Mpumalanga in South Africa and there are thousands of stone circle ruins in the area. As a Blue Swallow National Heritage Site, you will need a guide in order to explore this site.
Luxor City
Luxor City is an incredible city on the site of the ancient Thebes – the capital at the height of the pharaoh’s power during the 16-11th centuries BC. It is often called the greatest open-air museum in the world as there are so many brilliantly preserved monuments, especially the breathtaking Karnak temple.
Olduvai Gorge, Tanzania
There are few places as noteworthy in terms of ancestry as Olduvai Gorge in Tanzania. There are deposits here that date back a staggering 2.1 million and 15,000 years ago, which have produced fossil remains of over 60 hominins.
Leptis Magna, Libya
Leptis Magna in Libya became an important Roman city and was thriving between the years of Septimius Severus in 193-211 CE and there are many impressive remains of Roman architecture here to this day. Leptis Magna has a fascinating history originally founded by the Phoenicians and is now left stranded as a result of the war in Libya.
As you can see, Africa is an incredible continent to visit in terms of ancient history and there are many highlights to discover throughout. Tours will be the best way to learn about the history found here and can provide the best travel experience.
