UNESCO calls Great Zimbabwe Monument & Ruins “the greatest stone monument in Africa south of the Sahara”, second in size only to the Pyramids in Egypt. It was originally built between 1200 and 1500 AD, long before foreigners penetrated the … Continued
Great places to go with younger kids in Harare Zimbabwe’s capital city of Harare has a host of venues that will keep the kids entertained – African style! There are so many things to see and do, many of which … Continued
The Mavhuradonha Wilderness Area is situated in the north-east of Zimbabwe, roughly 180 km from Harare. The name ‘Mavhuradonha’ roughly translates from chiShona language as ‘dripping water’ which describes the delicate rain that sometimes descends on the slopes of the … Continued
Here’s our list of ten best places to visit in Zimbabwe. Do you know what is striking about this list? The landscapes are all so varied. From the rainforest at Victoria Falls, to the rocky vistas at Matobo National Park, … Continued
If you’re driving to Kariba or Mana Pools then Chinhoyi Caves Park is an excellent place to stop and have a look around. From the main road, you’d never guess that this series of deep caves and blue pools of water exist in … Continued
Victoria Falls is a must-do Zimbabwean destination. It‘s home to one of the largest waterfalls in the world, it’s the adrenalin capital of Africa, and has hotels to satisfy every taste. Go white-water rafting, bungee jumping, and abseiling – all … Continued
(Last updated March 2016) Bulawayo is Zimbabwe’s second-largest city, and the capital of Matabeleland province. It is known as “The City of Kings” because of the Ndebele chiefs who ruled in the area after breaking away from their Zulu ancestors … Continued
These ancient city ruins have intrigued both locals and visitors for centuries. The local name for the area was “Dzimba dza mabwe” (roughly “Houses of Stone”) or simply “Zimbabwe”. When Rhodesia became independent in 1980, the nation was named after this city, and the country itself was called Zimbabwe. The ruins of the ancient city then became known as “Great Zimbabwe”.
Zimbabwe’s capital, is busy and gritty in the south, genteel and well-to-do in the north, and bursting with people in the city centre. What to expect, transport, shopping, places to go, weather, getting around, practical info, health, best time to visit
