The giant ivory monument in Mombasa
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The giant ivory monument in Mombasa also known as Mapemba ya Ndovu or Pembe za Ndovu have a long and winding history dating back to seven decades ago.
Built in 1952 over Mombasa’s Moi Avenue, formerly known as Kilindini Road, the monumental landmark celebrated Princess Elizabeth’s visit to Mombasa during her trip to Kenya.Later on when her younger sister Princess Margaret Rose Windsor visited Kenya in 1956, she toured Mombasa, driving past the incredible monument which was originally made of wood.
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Built in 1952 over Mombasa’s Moi Avenue, formerly known as Kilindini Road, the monumental landmark celebrated Princess Elizabeth’s visit to Mombasa during her trip to Kenya.You must be logged in to reply to this topic.
