Great Zimbabwe

Stone-walled city in Zimbabwe (circa 11th–15th century CE), center of the Shona civilization.

Core Features

• Built with granite.
• Includes dry stone construction.

Architectural Connections

• Southern African: Regional tradition.
• Civic: Urban center.

Related Elements & Sites

Khami Ruins (related site), Wall (element), Medieval (period)

Record

Period: 15th century CE

Location: Zimbabwe

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