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Just 30 kilometres from the town of Masvingo and eight kilometres by road from Lake Mutirikwi (formerly Lake Kyle) are some of the most extraordinary relics of man-made structures in Africa. Formed of regular, rectangular granite stones packed into impeccable dry-stone walling, the ruins of Great Zimbabwe are awe inspiring. Many visitors talk of experiencing a strange atmosphere, and say that within the ruins there is an almost tangible "presence". Others are less susceptible to mood, but are none the less impressed by the scale and grandeur of the site. Among Africa's most complex and well-preserved archeological sites, the ruins are thought to be the remains of a royal stronghold built by the Karanga, ancestors of the Shona, between the eleventh and the thirteenth century. The enigmatic soapstone carvings of the now ubiquitous Zimbabwe Bird was first found among these ruins. Set in a rugged koppie strewn valley, this national monument is surrounded by a well tended indigenous garden with a museum and walking trails. Hotels and camping sites are located near by. More info on: www.africantravel.com

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