ancient ruins
Great Zimbabwe
The largest medieval stone ruins in sub-Saharan Africa, this former capital of a prosperous Shona kingdom features massive dry-stone walls and a conical tower.
25 km · about 30 min drive
Masvingo Province, Zimbabwe · Africa
Masvingo is worth a stop: 40 minutes from Mashava, 25km from Great Zimbabwe.
Masvingo is a town located in Masvingo Province, Zimbabwe. With a population of 90,286, it is an important destination in Africa.
On a road trip, Masvingo sits in Zimbabwe. It's in the Africa/Harare time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Masvingo to your route.
Masvingo, formerly known as Fort Victoria, is a city in southeastern Zimbabwe and the capital of Masvingo Province. The city lies close to Great Zimbabwe, the national monument from which the country takes its name and close to Lake Mutirikwi, its recreational park, the Kyle dam and the Kyle National Reserve that isRead more
home to a range of animal species. It is mostly populated by the Karanga people who form the biggest branch of the various Shona tribes in Zimbabwe.
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Masvingo is located in Masvingo Province, Zimbabwe, Africa. The coordinates are -20.0637 latitude, 30.8277 longitude.
Masvingo has a population of approximately 90,286 people, making it a town in Zimbabwe.
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ancient ruins
The largest medieval stone ruins in sub-Saharan Africa, this former capital of a prosperous Shona kingdom features massive dry-stone walls and a conical tower.
25 km · about 30 min drive
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