UNESCO Sites in Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe UNESCO has registered 5 sites on the World Heritage list and 2 on the tentative list.

Some places are so interesting that it’s relevant to keep them for future generations. This is why UNESCO has built a list of crucial classified properties in which superb places stand out for their aesthetic, natural, artistic, or cultural significance.

More than a thousand places are registered as Unesco’s World Heritage worldwide. Due to my interest in visiting World Heritage sites, I compiled the UNESCO list in Zimbabwe and the corresponding map.

Zimbabwe UNESCO list

1. Great Zimbabwe National Monument
2. Khami Ruins National Monument
3. Matobo Hills
4. Mana Pools National Park, Sapi, and Chewore Safari Areas
5. Mosi-oa-Tunya / Victoria Falls

Zimbabwe UNESCO Map

Click on the blue pins to view more relevant information about each World Heritage site in Zimbabwe.

Description

1. Great Zimbabwe National Monument is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in southeastern Zimbabwe. It is an ancient city built between the 11th and 15th centuries, known for its impressive stone walls and towers. The site provides valuable insights into the history and culture of the Bantu-speaking Shona people who built and lived in the city.
2. Khami Ruins National Monument is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in western Zimbabwe. It is an ancient city built between the 14th and 16th centuries, known for its unique architecture and cultural significance. The site provides valuable insights into the history and culture of the Torwa and subsequent Kalanga kingdoms that existed in the area.
3. Matobo Hills is a protected area located in southwestern Zimbabwe. It is known for its stunning natural beauty, unique rock formations, and rich cultural heritage. The hills are home to several ancient rock art sites, burial sites of the Ndebele people, and various rare and endemic plant and animal species.
4. Mana Pools National Park, Sapi, and Chewore Safari are protected areas in northern Zimbabwe, known for their exceptional wildlife and natural beauty. The park includes the Zambezi River, which provides important habitats for various large mammal species, including elephants, lions, and hippos. The park is also home to a variety of bird species, as well as to several unique plant species.
5. Mosi-oa-Tunya / Victoria Falls is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located on the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe. It is one of the largest waterfalls in the world, with a width of over 1.7 kilometers and a height of over 100 meters. The falls are known for their stunning beauty and natural power and have become a popular destination for tourists worldwide. The falls are also home to various unique plant and animal species, including several endemic fish species that have adapted to the strong currents and rapids of the Zambezi River.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Zimbabwe have protected places for their cultural and natural importance.

Sites on the Tentative List

1. Ziwa National Monument
2. Naletale Cluster of Dzimbabwes