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Great Zimbabwe Ruins
Great Zimbabwe, ZimbabweAbout Great Zimbabwe Ruins
The stone ruins of a city that was the capital of a trading kingdom from roughly the 11th to 15th centuries, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site that gave Zimbabwe its name. Explore the massive curved walls of the Great Enclosure, climb to the Hill Complex for views, and see the famous soapstone birds in the site museum. It's about 27km from Masvingo.
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📍Great Zimbabwe National Monument, near Masvingo, Zimbabwe
Why it works for solo travelers
- ✓ Comfortable to visit on your own.
- ✓ Mid-range ($$).
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