The Great Enclosure at Great Zimbabwe features the largest ancient structure in sub-Saharan Africa, with dry-stone walls rising up to 11 metres high and ex
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The Great Enclosure at Great Zimbabwe features the largest ancient structure in sub-Saharan Africa, with dry-stone walls rising up to 11 metres high and extending over 250 metres in circumference. Built without mortar between the 11th and 15th centuries, the precision of the stonework demonstrates advanced masonry techniques.
This archaeological photograph documents important features of ancient sites and artifacts. Captured by Jan Derk, this image provides visual evidence relevant to ongoing archaeological research and theoretical debates. Browse related photographs, explore the connected archaeological sites, and learn about the theories this image relates to in our comprehensive gallery collection.