The ruins of Khami are an archaeological site located near the town of Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. They represent the remains of the capital of the Butua kingdom, an ancient Shona civilization that flourished between the 13th and 16th centuries.
The ruins of Khami have been on UNESCO's World Heritage List since 1986. It is remarkable for its complex stone architecture, consisting of imposing walls, platforms and inner courtyards. The ingenious use of stone in construction testifies to the technical mastery and ingenuity of the builders.
Khami structures also display distinctive features, including checkerboard and zigzag patterns carved into the stone. These patterns reflect the unique art and aesthetics of the Butua civilization at the time.
The ruins of Khami are an archaeological site located near the town of Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. They represent the remains of the capital of the Butua kingdom, an ancient Shona civilization that flourished between the 13th and 16th centuries.
The ruins of Khami have been on UNESCO's World Heritage List since 1986. It is remarkable for its complex stone architecture, consisting of imposing walls, platforms and inner courtyards. The ingenious use of stone in construction testifies to the technical mastery and ingenuity of the builders.
Khami structures also display distinctive features, including checkerboard and zigzag patterns carved into the stone. These patterns reflect the unique art and aesthetics of the Butua civilization at the time.
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