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Tonderai Mujuru Exhibition - April
Click here to see all the Paintings and Exhibitions
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Harare The capital of Zimbabwe
In this Video we start our 15 day trip around Zimbabwe. Join us for the first station Harare.
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Ethiopian Airlines
Unsere jüngste Reise führte uns zu Ethiopian Airlines, eine Erfahrung, die sich durch ihre modernen, gut ausgestatteten Flugzeuge auszeichnet, die für Langstreckenreisen konzipiert sind. Als wir uns f...
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Exploring Zimbabwe: A Road Trip Adventure
Car Rental Experience with Europecar
Our journey through Zimbabwe began with a smooth car rental experience with Europecar. The service and conditions exceeded our expectations, with well-maintained ...
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Looking Ahead: Our 2024 Goal
**2023: A Step Towards a Healthier Future**
The year 2023 has drawen to a close, and we are pleased to announce that we've achieved a large part of our giving goal. Although we began promoting our pr...
To the articleZimbabwe Art: Supporting Artists and Charities Through Holidays
Contributed Early November 2023
Welcome to the Zimbabwe Holiday and Art blog! Today, we want to share with you an exciting update on our efforts to bring people into contact with Zimbabwean art, scul...
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The Enduring Threads of Zimbabwean Knitting
Zimbabwean knitting, characterized by its intricate patterns and vibrant colors, is a testament to the skill and creativity of local knitters. These artisans transform simple yarn into capti...
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The Enduring Bond Between Wildlife and Shona Sculpture
Nestled within the heart of Zimbabwe, the Shona people have long captivated the world with their exquisite stone sculptures. These intricate works of art, often depicting the country's rich wi...
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The Inspiring Work of Johnny Rodrigues in Zimbabwe | Zim Holiday and Art
The most important person involved in animal protection in Zimbabwe is undoubtedly Johnny Rodrigues. Born in Zimbabwe in 1946, Rodrigues developed a deep love for animals at a young age. In the early ...
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Wildlife Conservation in Zimbabwe: A Balancing Act Between Nature, Art, and Tourism
Zimbabwe is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including elephants, lions, rhinos, and buffalo. This wildlife is an important part of Zimbabwe's ecosystem and culture. However, it is also unde...
To the articleMake a Difference | Zimholidayandart
Background - To support and make our webpage a little better known, we printed postcards with motives from Sampson Kuvenguhwa and Barry Lungu and gave them to Thandanani Moyo to distribute in Victoria...
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Contributed by Bard without any prompts on 12 October 2023!
Samson Kuvenguhwa is a Zimbabwean sculptor born in 1959. He is known for his abstract and figurative sculptures, which are often carved fro...
To the articleWhat is Zimholidayandart?
Zimholidayandart is a website that focuses on tourism and art in Zimbabwe. The website provides information on attractions, activities, and events in Zimbabwe, as well as the art and culture of the co...
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Introduction to ZimholidayandArt
Shona sculpture and paintings to remember your holidays in Zimbabwe
At zimholidayandart.com, our aim is not to be a sales webpage but a platform to celebrate the beauty of Zimbabwe and showcase the r...
To the articleA Trip to the Family of My Very Good Friend Thandanani in Hwange
Collecting Shona Stone Sculptures in Zimbabwe
In 2013, I visited Victoria Falls - Mosi-oa-Tunya with my family and my father's interest in shona stone carvings led me to a local market where I met Th...
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Zimbabwe! is a country with many sights to see and explore!
Zimbabwe is a country with many sights to see and explore beyond its well-known attraction, Victoria Falls. While the falls are undoubtedly a must-visit destination, Zimbabwe has much more to offer vi...
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Shona sculpture defined!
Shona sculpture is a contemporary art movement that originated in Zimbabwe, Africa. It is characterized by stone carvings made by the Shona people, who are renowned for their craftsmanship and creativ...
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Frank McEwen: A Life Dedicated to African Art and Culture
Frank McEwen (1907-1991) was an art historian, curator, and museum director who played a significant role in promoting and preserving African art, particularly Shona sculpture from Zimbabwe. Bor...
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Influence of Shona Art on Picasso
Picasso's art continues to be highly coveted by collectors and investors, and it's no surprise given his significant influence on modern art. However, what's lesser-known is that Picasso dre...
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The San People
The San people, also known as the Bushmen, are indigenous people of Southern Africa. They are believed to be one of the oldest groups of indigenous people in the world, with a history that dates...
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Tsetse Fly
Scientifically known as Glossina, are a species found only in tropical Africa. The name Glossina originates from the Greek word 'glossa', which means the tongue, referring to the insect's prominent pr...
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Explore Zimbabwean Art with Celia Winter-Irving's Stone Sculpture Book
In 1991, Celia Winter-Irving published a book on Stone Sculpture in Zimbabwe. It was published by Roblaw Publishers in Harare Zimbabwe - According to Wikipedia, Celia was born in 1941 and died i...
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