s local Hambukushu legend has it, the mighty Kangumbe was the original founder of the area today known as Bwabwata National Park. Upon exploring it for a place to settle he came across a big body of water, which indicated life and sustenance for his people. He took a lily from the water to his king, as proof that the area would be habitable. When his people saw the water lily and heard the good news, they sent out a hunter to find the largest animal in the kingdom. That very same day they enjoyed a big feast and gluttonously celebrated late into the night. The next morning however, despite the festivities on the day before, the people were not
