khami ruins
states: [zimbabwe]
category: cultural
year: 1986
location: Western Region, Matabeleland
region: Africa
latitude/longitude: -20.1583333300, 28.3766666700
unesco id: 365
world heritage site: 365
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The Khami Ruins National Monument, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Zimbabwe, showcases the remnants of a once-thriving capital of the Torwa dynasty, established after Great Zimbabwe’s decline in the mid-16th century. Renowned for its terraced stone architecture, the site reflects advanced engineering and artistic skill, with discoveries of European and Chinese artifacts highlighting its role as a key trading hub. Designated in 1986, it offers a glimpse into the region’s rich archaeological and cultural history, preserved for its universal significance.