A trip down the historical lane at Great Zimbabwe Ruins

To those of us who enjoy a little adventure down the historic lane, Great Zimbabwe Ruins as an epicenter of Zimbabwe’s history, culture, politics, and business, is an ideal year-round travel destination. This place is by far a product of architectural genius.

Great Zimbabwe is a medieval city in the Southern-eastern hills of Zimbabwe near Lake Mutirikwi and the town of Masvingo. With its perplexing stone-built infrastructure, it acts as a magnet for keen history fanatics from all over the world. It not only exudes the majesty of those that erected it but also evokes a strong sense of euphoria to its beholders. Among this beauty’s prominent features are its walls some of which are eleven meters high and constructed without mortar, such brilliance!

The structure is said to have been erected by the ancestral Shona and it served as a political hub as well as a large and wealthy global trading network. Archeologists have found various artifacts including pottery from China and Persia and Arab coins, makes you wonder what other treasures this place harbors. The archaeological site at Great Zimbabwe has a sum of 3 sections, the first one being the Hill Complex which is structured with ruins that sit atop the steepest Hill of the site, it is this place where all the religious activities were conducted.

The second section is by far the most intriguing, The Great Enclosure, a circular area below the Hill Complex whose walls are a high as a kite built with no mortar relying only on carefully shaped rocks to hold the walls shape on their own, talk about precision! Inside the enclosure is a second set of walls, it is somewhat like a maze, or a labyrinth carefully crafted by majestic ancient hands of the Shona, it is one of the largest existing structures from ancient sub-Saharan Africa.

Alright, that's enough of today's history lesson, what's a trip without a treat? Great Zimbabwe Hotel offers luxurious accommodation and a remarkable set of activities which will make your trip worthwhile. From Great Zimbabwe Monument (guided tours), Lake Mutirikwi, boating, fishing, sunset cruises, Kyle Game Park, and Traditional dancers on request. The other facilities at the Great Zimbabwe Hotel include restaurant, conferencing facilities, 2 Curio shops, laundry service, room service (from 07H00 - 21H30), packed breakfast and lunch, babysitting services, volleyball, swimming pool and a secure parking lot, it’s a whole ball of fun and games here. So, whether you are a historical fanatic or just looking to enjoy a mesmerizing scenery, this stone marvel will melt even the most stone-cold hearts.