Rock art, zebra on a small outcrop, now used as the logo of Botswana's National Museums and Monuments, Tsodilo Hills, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ngamiland, Botswana, Africa

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Zebra Painting

Botswana


One of the most fascinating paintings is the zebra painting on a small outcrop north of Female Hill. This stylised equine figure is now used as the logo of Botswana National Museum and Monuments. It lies beyond the main trails.


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