The King Sobhuza II Park (KSP)
Background infomation
The King Sobhuza II Park (KSP) is a National Monument built and officially opened on 13 May 1994. The Eswatini National Trust Commission (ENTC) manages KSP. It is located at Lobamba opposite the Eswatini National Museum buildings. It was initiated by His Majesty King Mswati III primarily to commemorate the life history of
King Sobhuza II, who led the Swati nation to independence from Britain in 1968 and he died in 1982. The park is the only one of its kind. It was built in a place where King Sobhuza was laid in state before he was taken for burial at eMbilaneni (a royal burial mountain) in the Southern part of Eswatini, where some of the Swati kings are buried.
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King Sobhuza II Park has the following structures:
The Statue
One major attraction is the giant statue of King Sobhuza II housed in a dome architecture structure and 2 symbolic lions.
Mausoleum/Shrine
Close to the torch is the mausoleum symbolizing the tomb of the great King. This is the most sacred part of the park, where Heads of States lay wreaths in honour of King Sobhuza II.
The Eternal Torch
Signifying the formation of the Swati Nation and supported on three axes is situated in the centre of the park. The three battle axes stand for the tree groups that formed the Swati nation. Bemdzabuko (True Swazis), Emakhandzambili (Those found ahead) and Emafikamuva (Late Arrivals).
The Museum
The focal point of the Park is the specialized museum where in its collection are displayed, a pictorial exhibition from the Kings birth to death, and his vehicles. There is also an auditorium for meetings offered on rental.
The Garden
The gardens and lawns were well developed, where visitors enjoy spending time with nature (indigenous trees and plants). It is also available for weddings and organised events on rental.
Visiting hours
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Monday to Friday |
8:00 am to 4:00 pm |
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Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays |
10:00 am to 3:30 pm |
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The museum is closed |
Good Friday, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and Incwala Ceremony day |
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