The lost kingdom of Great Zimbabwe is a historical treasure

Most scholars believe Great Zimbabwe was built by the Gokomere culture who are ancestors of the modern Shona people. — Photos: DAVID BOWDEN

Wars were fought, art and architecture proliferated, dynasties reigned, and in turn, they were overthrown. While the ruins of Great Zimbabwe are well-known to scholars and archaeologists, Zimbabwe’s most significant heritage site has yet to make it onto the list of “must-see” places for most of those who travel to the African continent.

Zimbabwe is a fascinating country in endless ways, and it is slowly finding its way onto the holiday itineraries of intrepid travellers seeking an enchanting mix of African adventure, culture, wildlife, archaeology, and history.