Chongoni Rock Art Area

archaeological site in Central Region
#4 in Central Region / #7 in Malawi
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by Lazare Eloundou Assomo
/ CC BY-SA 3.0 igo

The Chongoni Rock Art Area in Malawi is a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its extensive collection of rock art, which dates back to the Late Stone Age and Iron Age. Located in the central part of the country, this area features over 127 sites adorned with paintings and engravings created by both hunter-gatherer and agricultural communities. The artwork primarily depicts symbols, animals, and human figures, reflecting the spiritual and cultural life of the communities that lived there. The site is particularly significant for its representation of the Chewa people's traditions, including initiation rites and ceremonies.


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