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Tourism in Nyumba Nitu Natural
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Paying
a day visit inside Nyumba Nitu natural forest in Njombe would be an exciting
and memorable adventure worth reckoning.
The
Nyumba Nitu natural forest is located in Mlevela village, some 15 kilometres
from Njombe Township just after wattle estates which border the Nyumba Nitu
village.
The
forest has its root from Nyumba Nitu caves and had derived its name from the
dark caves which have been associated with a myth of black cows which dwelt
inside the caves.
Inside
the caves, local Wabena people hid or took refugee during tribal wars between
rival Wahehe fighters during Chief Mkwawa conquests in Iringa region, way back
in last quarter of 19th century. The caves also provided safe hideout from
German forces during the Maji Maji uprising.
Several
tales and myths surround Nyumba Nitu forest, where wild hens are found living
since time immemorial. The Wabena communities are the owners of the forest
where they pay homage calls to conduct rituals and sacrifices to their unseen
ancestors.
The
natural caves could accommodate up to 100 people at a go, and have been a home
of early people before houses or settlements were discovered.
You
can visit Nyumba Nitu to enjoy its thrilling atmosphere and share experience
with local communities neighboring the forest.
Mdandu
historical site is part of Nyumba Nitu forest. It is an interesting area with a
historical touch. Mdandu is the origin of the name Njombe which the region has
been named, deriving its name from Mdzombe tree, only available in this area.
There
is an old German court where locals were prosecuted and hanged at a nearby
tree. Mdandu was also a stopping centre for slaves from Makete to Bagamoyo and
is located along the old slave trade route.
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