Bumbusi National Monument, Archaeological site in Matabeleland North Province, Zimbabwe.
The Bumbusi monument features sandstone walls, platforms, and dwelling ruins spread across elevated outcrops within Hwange National Park boundaries.
Archaeological excavations in 2000 revealed eighteen ancient dwelling floors with embedded game boards, dating from the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries.
The stone construction methods at Bumbusi reflect building techniques similar to those found at Great Zimbabwe, demonstrating regional architectural practices.
The monument requires advance planning for visits due to its remote location within Hwange National Park and limited accommodation options.
Wildlife from the surrounding park, including elephants and baboons, interact with the stone structures, moving and displacing parts of the walls.
Location: Matabeleland North Province
GPS coordinates: -18.51300,26.18500
Latest update: March 4, 2025 06:54
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