Wa Naa Palace
This 19th century palace skillfully blends Sudanese and Moorish architecture and still stands as stately and beautiful as the day it was built.
Wa Naa’s Palace, is located in the heart of Wa Town and is a major cultural attraction. It also holds political, religious, and social significance for local residents. The Palace has many compounds which accommodate the numerous clans who have occupied the throne. It is the official residence of the Wa Naa, Paramount Chief of the Walas. In front of the Palace you will see the graves of past Wa Naas. |
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Wa Naa’s Palace is an extraordinary example of traditional Sudanese mud-brick architecture.
Very few historic earthen buildings of this style remain today in the region because of the scarcity of skilled artisans needed to undertake annual maintenance. Often buildings are renewed with less effective, quicker techniques, which do not weather as well as traditional mud brick. In recent decades, protective measures used were not as effective as hoped, allowing moisture to be trapped within the walls. In addition, the tradition of regular maintenance began to decline, further jeopardizing the structure. Eventually this led to the decomposition of wooden beams and the eventual collapse of roofs. Through using site-specific conservation methods focusing on earthen architecture and traditional building processes, WMF encourages the local community in long-term maintenance of this architectural gem and revives the craftsmanship necessary to preserve it for current use and enjoyment. It now seems likely that future generations will be able to appreciate the special character of Wa Naa’s Palace. |
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