Elephant Hills refers to two distinct structures built at different times: the original Elephant Hills Country Club, which opened in 1974, and the current Elephant Hills Intercontinental Resort and Conference Centre, which rose from the ashes in 1991.
The Original Elephant Hills Country Club (1974)
The first iteration of Elephant Hills was the Elephant Hills Country Club, which commenced operations and opened its doors in 1974. This establishment initially featured 20 rooms and served as a prominent leisure destination.
However, its existence was relatively short-lived. In November 1977, during the period of independence struggles, the Country Club was tragically destroyed by a fire. This devastating incident was caused by a SAM 7 heat-seeking missile, which was launched from Zambia.
The Current Elephant Hills Intercontinental Resort and Conference Centre (1991)
Following the destruction of the original Country Club, a new and expanded resort was constructed on the same site. The current Elephant Hills Intercontinental Resort and Conference Centre was built and subsequently opened in 1991. This new complex rose from the ashes of its predecessor, establishing itself as a significant resort and conference facility.
To summarize the timeline of Elephant Hills' construction:
| Entity | Event | Year | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elephant Hills Country Club | Original Opening | 1974 | Began operations with 20 rooms. |
| Elephant Hills Country Club | Destruction Event | 1977 | Destroyed by fire from a SAM 7 missile in November. |
| Elephant Hills Intercontinental Resort and Conference Centre | Rebuilt and Opened | 1991 | Rose from the ashes of the old Country Club, marking the construction of the current resort and conference centre. |
