World Heritage Identification Number: 365
World Heritage since: 1986
Category: Cultural Heritage
WHE Type: Archaeological Sites
Transboundary Heritage: No
Endangered Heritage: No
Country: 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
Continent: Africa
UNESCO World Region: Africa
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Khami Ruins National Monument: A Testament to Ancient Trade and Civilization
The Khami Ruins National Monument, situated approximately 22 kilometers west of Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, stands as a significant remnant of the Kingdom of Butua of the Torwa dynasty. This archaeologically rich site has garnered international recognition, earning a place among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites since 1986.
More to come…UNESCO Description of the World Heritage Site
Khami, which developed after the capital of Great Zimbabwe had been abandoned in the mid-16th century, is of great archaeological interest. The discovery of objects from Europe and China shows that Khami was a major centre for trade over a long period of time.
Encyclopedia Record: Khami
Khami is a ruined city located 22 kilometres (14 mi) west of Bulawayo, in Zimbabwe. It was once the capital of the Kingdom of Butua of the Torwa dynasty. It is now a national monument and became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986.Additional Site Details
Area: Not available
(iv) — Outstanding example of a type of building or landscape
Coordinates: -20.15833333 , 28.37666667
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David Randall-MacIver, Public domain
