Just 25 km from Hoedspruit, the Nyani Village & the Cultural Experience “Roots of Rhythm” Tribal show gives a real sense of the local culture. In an informative and entertaining way, Roots of Rhythm performers provide visitors with a better understanding of the rich cultural background of the Limpopo Tribes, identifying the history and traditions of the indigenous people through costumes, dance styles and rhythms.
The cultural journey starts in the village where guests experience the original show “Limpopo Pathways” featuring the costumes, songs and dances of the San (Bushmen), the Shona & Venda, the Tsonga, the Balobedu (Modjadji the Rain Queen), the Pedi and the BaHananawa (Tswana). The show also include the Swati and Zulu dances as these tribes played an influential part in the history of the Limpopo. The hour long “theatre” show is designed as an entertainment and educational tool telling the story of the origins, journeys and lifestyles of the tribes that settled in the Limpopo. The show is an exciting venture following the pathways of the tribes from the past to the present.
Following the show (approximately 60 minutes), all aspects of life in a Shangaan Village will be explained. Guests discover how the huts are built, the maize is ground, the boys pass initiation, the girls learn to bead and more. The performers take you on a journey through the stages of life in a Shangaan homestead (Muti). We learn about traditional practices from birth, through childhood up to marriage, after which a delicious lunch is served in the typical African style.
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