The Rise and Fall of Great Zimbabwe

What was Great Zimbabwe?

Powerful medieval kingdom

Where was Great Zimbabwe located?

Southern Africa

When did Great Zimbabwe flourish?

From 11th-15th centuries

Great Zimbabwe was built from:

Massive stone walls

Great Zimbabwe was a center for:

Trade, agriculture, politics

Residents in Great Zimbabwe excelled in:

Metallurgy

Residents in Great Zimbabwe created:

Intricate gold artifacts

By excelling in metallurgy and creating intricate gold artifacts, residents in Great Zimbabwe showcased:

Wealth and artistry

Great Zimbabwe’s strategic location led to:

Trade with distant lands

Which distant lands did Great Zimbabwe trade with?

Swahili coast and Asia

Great Zimbabwe’s trade with distant lands led to:

Cultural exchange & economic prosperity

When did Great Zimbabwe begin to decline?

Late 15th century

What led to Great Zimbabwe’s decline?

Environmental degradation, overpopulation, political strifes

What happened to Great Zimbabwe after its decline?

Abandoned

What do the enigmatic ruins of Great Zimbabwe do?

Tell story of once extraordinary nation