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Ruins of an ancient/medieval city in southeast Zimbabwe
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Great Zimbabwe is a complex of ruins built by Shona-speaking people between the 13th and 14th centuries. It was once the centre of a vast empire known as the Munhumutapa Empire. It has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1986.
Closest hotel to the Great Enclosure and not far from Lake Mutirikwi. Swimming pool, tennis court and volleyball pitch. Room service available from 07:00 to 21:30. They also have nice, large tents you can stay in.
Great Zimbabwe is about 27 km southeast of Masvingo. You can get a combi from behind the TM supermarket in Masvingo, costing about US$1 and taking about 20 minutes (once it fills up).
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