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Kingdom of Mapungubwe
Mapungubwe was a state at the confluence of the Shashe and Limpopo rivers in what is now South Africa, regarded as an early stage of the Zimbabwe culture. Its capital had about 5,000 people around 1250 and is known for a golden rhinoceros. It was abandoned around 1300, and Great Zimbabwe rose in its place.
Key facts
| Dates | c. 1220 – c. 1300 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | East, Central & Southern Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Capital | Mapungubwe Hill |
| 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.