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Kingdom of Zimbabwe
The Kingdom of Zimbabwe was a Shona state on the Zimbabwe plateau whose capital, Great Zimbabwe, is famous for its massive dry-stone walls. It prospered from the gold trade with the Swahili coast.
Key facts
| Dates | c. 1220 – c. 1450 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | East, Central & Southern Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Capital | Great Zimbabwe |
| Religion(s) | Traditional African religion |
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Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.