Great Zimbabwe Ruins

Welcome to a set of relatively unknown wondrous structures that are on UNESCO’s World Heritage List, known as Great Zimbabwe. They are far off the beaten track and drenched in ancient history.

The ruins are remains of the once-powerful nation of Zimbabwe. It’s a mystical place, belied to be the palace of the ruling kings. And legend has it that it was also where the Queen of Sheba resided.

I visited the Great Zimbabwe Ruins with a guide. He told me about the remains. And that the city was probably built between about 1400 and 1450 AD. I learned a lot about this place. Something I couldn't have done on my own. In addition, transport to this remote place is useful to arrange.

Er zijn hier talloze opgravingen gedaan waarbij porselein uit China werd gevonden, net als aardewerk uit Perzië en kralen uit India. Het is het bewijs dat er toen al veel handel werd gedreven met andere volkeren.

It is unclear why the city ended. Unfortunately, much of the history has been lost due to looting. But, it makes this one of the great mysteries of Africa. Which adds something extra to your visit.