在坦桑尼亚繁华的港口城市达累斯萨拉姆(Dar es Salaam),有一处静谧之地,它不仅收藏着这个国家的记忆,更通过古老的化石诉说着全人类的起源。这就是坦桑尼亚国家博物馆与文化馆(National Museum and House of Culture)。
对于大多数匆匆前往桑给巴尔岛或塞伦盖蒂的游客来说,这里往往被忽略。但如果你想真正读懂东非这片土地,这里绝对值得你驻足半日。本文将为你提供一份详尽的中文深度游攻略。
达累斯萨拉姆国家博物馆始建于 1934 年,最初是作为英王乔治五世的纪念馆而对公众开放的。经过数十年的扩建,如今它已不仅仅是一个陈列文物的仓库,更是坦桑尼亚的国家文化心脏。特别是 2005 年扩建的文化馆(House of Culture),将现代艺术与古老历史完美融合。
博物馆位于市中心的谢班·罗伯特街(Shaaban Robert Street),紧邻郁郁葱葱的植物园,环境清幽,是喧嚣都市中难得的避风港。
博物馆的动线设计仿佛一条时间隧道,建议按照以下顺序参观,以获得最佳体验:
这是博物馆最引以为傲的展厅。坦桑尼亚被誉为“人类的摇篮”,而这里的展品就是铁证。
走出史前时代,你将进入坦桑尼亚复杂而厚重的历史篇章。
了解坦桑尼亚,就不能不提“国父”朱利叶斯·尼雷尔(Julius Nyerere)。
不要错过展示坦桑尼亚 120 多个民族多样性的民俗展厅。这里陈列着形态各异的面具、传统的狩猎工具和乐器。在户外展区,还有一棵巨大的无花果树和为纪念 1998 年美国大使馆爆炸案遇难者而立的纪念碑,发人深省。
与老馆的厚重感不同,主楼侧翼的文化馆充满了现代气息。这里经常举办当代坦桑尼亚艺术家的画展、雕塑展以及音乐表演。它是连接坦桑尼亚过去与未来的桥梁,让你看到这个国家在传统之外的勃勃生机。
达累斯萨拉姆国家博物馆或许不是非洲最大的博物馆,但它精巧地浓缩了这片土地从古猿到现代国家的壮丽史诗。如果你在达累斯萨拉姆停留,请务必留出两小时,来这里听听历史的声音。
Amar Bahkani I would recommend visiting to get a feel of the history of Tanzania and to experience a museum with a really local feel. Some nice archeological pieces too. The museum feels a bit unstructured. However there is a guide (for a fee/tip) available. Some buildings aren't in use (I think....) Nice and cheap lunch and drinks.
Sarath Sasikumar An amazing look back onto tanzania's yesteryears. The place is well lit, well managed and exhibits are well preserved. Old paintings to old photographs and old cars. An hour well spent. Recommended
Süleyman Akman It is a very nice museum and they continue to improve it. You can get a lot of information about the recent and distant history of Tanzania.
Tintu Varghese The museum's unique integration with nature sets it apart. Admission is reasonably priced at 5 dollars. Additionally, visitors can browse through a souvenir shop conveniently located at the entrance. Overall, it's an okay experience for those looking to explore Dar Es Salaam.
Dan Omoigui A fascinating museum to spend an hour or two if looking to escape the heat or the rain. I found the staff to be extremely friendly and personable, which was pleasant. The exhibits are interesting and the information cards are very descriptive and well written in English. During our visit, I noted another guest who was visiting with a guide, however, I found that the written information provided was more than sufficient, allowing you to go as fast or as slow as you want. The main exhibit was nice, and I enjoyed the contemporary art exhibit as well, though the rest appeared to be crudely displayed with old discoloured photos and more of an afterthought to fill the space.