Africa, the mother continent, has a proud and fascinating history of diverse cultures, stretching back thousands of years. This rich tapestry has been greatly obscured by the horrors of colonization.

High in Ethiopia’s Northern Highlands, the rock-hewn churches of Tigray stand as breathtaking sanctuaries of faith carved into sandstone cliffs.

Experience the creativity of artists and innovators in the Arts of Africa.

Africa’s Cultural Landmarks is a series produced by The Metropolitan Museum of Art in collaboration with World Monuments Fund and directed by Sosena Solomon.

Let's journey through the sun-kissed shores of Tanzania to uncover the tales of Kilwa Kisiwani and Songo Mnara—two ancient towns that once thrummed with the heartbeat of global trade and cultural fusion.

In the heart of southeastern Zimbabwe, nestled amidst rolling hills and savannahs, lie the majestic ruins of Great Zimbabwe—a city of stone that once pulsed with life, commerce, and culture.

In the heart of southwestern Nigeria, near the vibrant city of Òṣogbo, lies a verdant sanctuary where the earthly and the ethereal intertwine—the Ọṣun-Òṣogbo Sacred Grove. Spanning 75 hectares of pristine forest, this sacred haven is the last of its kind,...

In the verdant heart of Uganda, where tradition whispers through the rustling grass and history lingers in the air, stand two monumental testaments to the enduring legacy of the Buganda Kingdom: the Tombs of Wamala and Kasubi.

A meatball tagine is a slow-cooked, North African stew featuring meatballs as a main ingredient, simmered in a flavorful, often tomato-based sauce. The sauce is typically spiced with herbs, spices like cumin, coriander, paprika, and often includes ingredi...

Across Africa, folklore is rich with stories of strange and terrifying creatures that have haunted the imagination for centuries. These monsters—ranging from shape-shifters and vengeful spirits to massive beasts lurking in the wild—are deeply woven into t...

From shadowy creatures lurking in the forests to shape-shifting spirits that haunt the rivers, African mythology is filled with a vast array of monsters that reflect the fears, beliefs, and traditions of the continent’s many cultures.

A Moroccan dish made with stewed white beans, tomato, onions, garlic, herbs, and a blend of warm spices. This easy to make but super satisfying vegan recipe is a popular main dish and entree across North Africa and the Middle East.

The spotted hyena, also known as the laughing hyena, is a hyena species, currently classed as the sole extant member of the genus Crocuta, native to sub-Saharan Africa. It is listed as being of least concern by the IUCN due to its widespread range and lar...

Lucy is the nickname of a 3.2 million-year-old fossilized skeleton of an Australopithecus afarensis, a human ancestor, that was discovered in 1974 in Hadar, Ethiopia.

In the first episode of our three-part special series, we explore the complex history of the zombie—from its origins in the spiritual beliefs of the African diaspora to the development of Vodou in Haiti. Learn how one of the most enduring monsters in popu...