Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Definition
The capital city of the Kingdom of Zimbabwe in Southern Africa that flourished from the twelfth to the fifteenth century, known for its large stone architecture and role as a hub for long-distance trade.
AP course connection
Topic 1.8: 1.8 Culture and Trade in Southern and East Africa