Africa is a continent of fascinating historical significance for the planet earth. The African continent is also a territory of both revealed and unrevealed mysteries. In a certain era in the evolution of humanity, Ancient Egypt in North Africa was the champion of human civilisation. Even great philosophers like Pythagoras of Greece, came to assimilate the mysteries and fascinations that characterised Ancient Egypt. The mysterious pyramid of Giza near Cairo in Egypt, is one of the surviving testaments that underscore the greatness of Ancient Egypt. Anthropological and archaeological evidence reveal that Africa is the mother of humanity. Credible and compelling archaeological material has been unveiled in various parts of Africa, such as South Africa and Ethiopia, which affirms that modern humans or the Homo sapiens species first emerged in the African continent hundreds of thousands of years ago. They then dispersed to different parts of the world, and were moulded into various forms by prevailing environmental and other factors.
Therefore, this book presents the most significant historical features, which serve as iconic representations of Africa’s rich history. These historical icons include pyramids, castles, sacred venues, archaeological sites, holy mountains, ancient cities, special consecrated cemeteries, traditional and multi-purpose town squares, monuments, just to mention a few.
Ethiopia is regarded as the holiest country in Africa. The book presents fascinating historical features in view of Ethiopia’s holiness, such as, the 11 remarkable medieval monolithic churches in Lalibela, entirely carved out of rocks. Capture the wonders of Aksum, Ethiopia's most antique city and the headquarters of the historic Axumite state. Aksum was the most influential state between the Eastern Roman Empire and Persia.
The book presents the dynastic traditions of the great Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt and provides a detail discussion on the mysteries surrounding the construction and use of the great pyramids in Egypt. It also offers insights into the sacred temples and hidden tombs that were used by Ancient Egyptian kings. You will also be delighted to assimilate the anointed Mount Sinai, the famous mountain where God is said to have handed The Ten Commandments to Moses. Djenné and Timbuktu were renowned venues for Islamic scholarship and significant trade centres during the era of Ancient Mali. Ghana has 32 castles, the highest number for any African country. These castles were constructed during the arrival of foreign explorers, who were competing for occupancy of Ghana, since it was a strategic trade route. Some of these castles were subsequently utilised as detention centres for slaves; as they awaited their exportation to the Caribbean and North America. You will also discover great historical and significant archaeological sites in Algeria and Tunisia. Capture the vibrancy and excitement of Jemaa el-Fnaa or Djemaa el Fna, located in the city of Marrakesh, Morocco, one of the most illustrious and historic squares in Africa. In South Africa, discover the Fossil Hominid Sites of Sterkfontein, Swartkrans, Kromdraai and Environs, known as the Cradle of Humankind. Discover the castle of Good Hope, the oldest castle in South Africa. Capture the thrill of the Cape of Good Hope, the South-westernmost point of the African continent; and an area that played a significant role for sailors who were seeking to discover the sea route to India. The book also explores the sacred Tombs of the Buganda Kings within the Kampala district in Uganda. Many of the sites explored by this book have been granted World Heritage Site Status by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO).