Great Zimbabwe
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Grubs for sale on the roadside. Yes, they’re for eating. No, I didn’t eat any!
The ruins of Great Zimbabwe lie in the South of the country, and are well worth a visit. This medieval city was built from the 11th to 15th centuries, and marks the only known rock construction of this scale in sub-Saharan Africa.
Wild camping at a lake nearby
Looking from the king’s high compound down to the main compound
The walls up high are built into and on the natural rocks from the mountain
For a few dollars we take a tour with a very knowledgeable guide who explains everything and shows us all the corners and hidden fascinating details.
The construction is impressive
View from up high
The famous central spire
The security wall around the main compound
Em checking out a monster wall
The walls are immense, and constructed without mortar
The ruins are simply stunning and there is virtually nobody here!
-Dan
I just found you on youtube. I watched a bunch of videos and started to read your blog. Fascinating stuff. Good luck and keep up the good work.
Robert
Hi Robert,
That’s great, I’m happy to have you along for the ride!
-Dan
I was wondering if you would visit the ruins. You don’t dissapoint! Thanks for sharing the photos!