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Khami Ruins National Monument

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The Khami Ruins National Monument in Zimbabwe are the remnants of a city that flourished after the decline of Great Zimbabwe. These ruins, along with those at Great Zimbabwe, are significant Stone Age sites in Africa.12

The Khami ruins, dating from after the 15th century, are of Bantu origin and represent a continuation of the stoneworking and pottery-making techniques that were prominent at Great Zimbabwe. Great Zimbabwe itself was a thriving trading empire from the 11th to the 15th centuries, with a population of 10,000 to 20,000 people. Its economy was based on cattle, crops, and gold trade.12

Both Great Zimbabwe and Khami Ruins are recognized as World Heritage sites. The Khami Ruins National Monument is one of several such sites in Zimbabwe, highlighting the region's rich historical and cultural heritage.23

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  1. Great Zimbabwe
  2. history of Zimbabwe - Brief overview of the early history of Zimbabwe
  3. list of World Heritage sites - Zimbabwe

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