- Built between the 11th and 15th centuries by the Kingdom of Zimbabwe
- Covers an area of approximately 1,800 acres
- Features impressive stone structures, including:
- The Great Enclosure: a massive stone structure with walls up to 36 feet high
- The Temple: a tower-like structure with a conical roof
- The Valley Complex: a series of stone walls and enclosures
- Was once the center of a powerful trading empire
- Abandoned in the 15th century, likely due to environmental degradation and drought
- Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986
- Considered one of the most important archaeological sites in Africa
Great Zimbabwe is an incredible piece of history and a testament to the ingenuity and skill of the people who built it.
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