Tsodilo Hills
Mountain peak · North-West ·
UNESCO site with 4,000+ ancient San rock paintings and cultural history
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UNESCO site with 4,000+ ancient San rock paintings and cultural history
Botswana Get directions
"A spiritual and cultural site renowned for its ancient indigenous San rock paintings—more than 4,000 artworks—that offer a profound window into the region's human heritage. Visits provide cultural context and a sense of connection to the land’s oldest rhythms, making the hills a highlight for travelers seeking history and spiritual resonance alongside natural exploration." - Marni Granston
"A culturally significant hills complex known for its ancient San rock art, frequently visited as part of cultural excursions during the Emerald Season; the site offers a direct link to the region’s indigenous heritage and is highlighted as a must-see for visitors seeking historical rock paintings and deeper cultural context." - Cherri Briggs
"I joined an Indigenous San–led trek around Tsodilo Hills, a series of towering quartzite outcrops dotted with hundreds of rock-art sites that date back millennia, a deeply immersive cultural and archaeological experience on our Botswana itinerary." - Stephanie Vermillion Stephanie Vermillion Stephanie Vermillion is a travel journalist and photographer covering culture and adventure for Travel + Leisure Outside, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
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