Embassy Park
| Embassy Park Presidential Burial Site | |
|---|---|
 Embassy Park Presidential Burial billboard | |
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| General information | |
| Location | Lusaka, Lusaka Province, Zambia |
| Coordinates | 15°25′18″S 28°18′33″E / 15.421740°S 28.309240°E |
| Construction started | 2008 |
| Inaugurated | 2008 |
| Management | NHCC |
| Technical details | |
| Size | 24,654.41 square feet (2,300 m2) |
Embassy Park, also known as Embassy Park Presidential Burial Site or Embassy Memorial Park, is an important place in Lusaka, Zambia. It is where the country's presidents are laid to rest and holds great historical and cultural value.[1] In 2009, it was officially recognized as a National Monument.[2][3] Embassy Park represents Zambia's political and social heritage and pays tribute to the leaders who have contributed to the country's progress. Several presidents, including Kenneth Kaunda, the first president, Frederick Chiluba,[4] the second president, Levy Mwanawasa, the third president, Rupiah Banda, the fourth president, and Michael Sata,[5] the fifth president, are buried here. The park is open to the public, allowing visitors to show their respect to the former presidents and learn about Zambia's cultural and political roots. As a National Monument, Embassy Park plays a crucial role in preserving and promoting Zambia's rich history.[6][7]
References[change | change source]
- ↑ milimomainza (2020-02-04). "Zambia's Stunning Presidential Memorial Site | 3 Presidents". enjoyzambia.com. Retrieved 2023-05-04.
- ↑ "Embassy Park Presidential Burial Site". National Heritage Conservation Commission. Archived from the original on 2023-05-04. Retrieved 2023-05-04.
- ↑ "Zambia: Embassy Park - Befitting Burial Site for Presidents". allafrica.com.
- ↑ "Visit to Embassy Park Presidential Official Burial and Memorial Site For The Departed Zambian Presidents – The Diplomatic Informer". Retrieved 2023-05-03.
- ↑ "Levy Mwanawasa buried in Zambia". 2008-09-03. Retrieved 2023-05-03.
- ↑ milimomainza (2020-02-04). "Zambia's Stunning Presidential Memorial Site | 3 Presidents". enjoyzambia.com. Retrieved 2023-05-04.
- ↑ "EMBASSY PARK – THE PLACE OF REST FOR ZAMBIA'S DEPARTED FATHERS". www.makanday.com. Retrieved 2023-05-03.