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The tombs of Buganda Kings at the hill of kasubi tombs in Uganda
The tombs of Buganda Kings at the hill of kasubi tombs in Uganda is the largest center of spiritual life for local inhabitants have preserved their traditions and culture. Burial place occupies almost 30 hectares of hillside, most of which is arable land treated by conventional methods.
In the center at the top is the Palace Cabanas, built in 1882 and converted into a Royal tomb in 1884. Unfortunately, the grave was completely destroyed by fire in March 2010, after eight years, after inclusion in the world heritage list of UNESCO. Fortunately, all the tradition and architectural skills of the local people is preserved, and the necessary skills still allow you to completely restore гробницtext-align:justify">the Complex consists of four Royal tombs, where the last of the kings was buried only 40 years ago. All princes and princesses, descendants of the four kings Kabakas also buried behind the main Shrine.
The main building has a round shape with a large dome, built of wood, bamboo and thatched roof, using a unique construction method 13th century. In the development of the Kingdom of Buganda is very well built similar structures, passing on the traditions of their ancestors. However, since 1938 has been added by some modern materials, such as concrete columns to prevent the destruction of the tombs of old age.
Over the centuries the tomb was badly damaged by rain and termites. For the past 16 years the graves burned three times. The first fire broke out in 1998 and burned down the building. It was rebuilt, but without the thatched roofs due to lack of money. In 2010 a second fire, the most destructive, destroyed two huts and caused the most severe damage.
Currently, there is almost nothing to see, since the fire had caused great harm, and it is not clear when the end of reconstruction. This does not mean that visitors must get around to kasubi tombs the party, as professional guides and Rangers can be very telling and have a great tour.
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Source: lifeglobe.net/
In the center at the top is the Palace Cabanas, built in 1882 and converted into a Royal tomb in 1884. Unfortunately, the grave was completely destroyed by fire in March 2010, after eight years, after inclusion in the world heritage list of UNESCO. Fortunately, all the tradition and architectural skills of the local people is preserved, and the necessary skills still allow you to completely restore гробницtext-align:justify">the Complex consists of four Royal tombs, where the last of the kings was buried only 40 years ago. All princes and princesses, descendants of the four kings Kabakas also buried behind the main Shrine.
The main building has a round shape with a large dome, built of wood, bamboo and thatched roof, using a unique construction method 13th century. In the development of the Kingdom of Buganda is very well built similar structures, passing on the traditions of their ancestors. However, since 1938 has been added by some modern materials, such as concrete columns to prevent the destruction of the tombs of old age.
Over the centuries the tomb was badly damaged by rain and termites. For the past 16 years the graves burned three times. The first fire broke out in 1998 and burned down the building. It was rebuilt, but without the thatched roofs due to lack of money. In 2010 a second fire, the most destructive, destroyed two huts and caused the most severe damage.
Currently, there is almost nothing to see, since the fire had caused great harm, and it is not clear when the end of reconstruction. This does not mean that visitors must get around to kasubi tombs the party, as professional guides and Rangers can be very telling and have a great tour.
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Source: lifeglobe.net/
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