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Bamako’s National Park: stone, rock and trails
Kéré Architecture describes the National Park’s buildings as clad in regional stone, with the restaurant on levels that reflect the natural rock contours. The Aga Khan project also lists trails across the grounds.
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Stone and overhanging roofs
Kéré Architecture’s page on its National Park project says all buildings are clad externally in natural stone from the region. It also describes large overhanging roofs and spaces designed for natural ventilation.[1]
Restaurant levels follow the rock
The architects describe the restaurant as nestling on different levels of a rock formation, reflecting its natural contours.[1]
A museum, gardens and trails
The Aga Khan Trust for Culture’s project page says the park unified the sites of the National Museum and the existing Botanical Garden and Zoo. It also describes a pedestrian network, promenades and interpretive trails for botany, birds and nature.[2]
Good to know
A few clear answers before you explore.
What covers the National Park’s buildings?
Regional stone, in the architects’ project description.[1]
How does the restaurant layout respond to the site?
Its different levels reflect the natural contours of the rock.[1]
Which museum site was unified into the park?
The National Museum of Mali, with the existing Botanical Garden and Zoo.[2]
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