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Click to view map Coordinates: | Ncome Museum was officially opened in November 1999. Architecturally, the museum is unique. It takes its shape from the Zulu war horn formation. The Zulu King, Shaka kaSenzangakhona, initiated the formation. The museum offers a re-interpretation of the 1838 battle and Zulu culture in general. The rich symbolism of the Zulu language is captured through items on display. In the Museum grounds are a Zulu war horn formation display, isisivivane (cairn) and a reed "garden". (Blood River Heritage Site; Wikipedia) The museum is across the river from the Blood River Monument and Museum Complex, with the Reconciliation Bridge connecting them. Transcription of the English version of the CAIRN / ISIVANE notice: (see photographs) CAIRN / ISIVIVANE DEFINITION OF ISIVIVANE / CAIRN
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