01 ВЕЛИКИЙ ЗИМБАБВЕ Текстовая мастер-версия 20.03.2025

Explore the impressive stone wall ruins of the largest man-made structure in medieval sub-Saharan Africa. Built by ancestors of the Shona people, Great Zimbabwe comprises monumental structures, including the iconic Great Enclosure, constructed from dry stone masonry, a building method which relies on the strategic layering of stones without the use of mortar. Part of Africa’s Cultural Landmarks, a documentary series produced by The Met in collaboration with World Monuments Fund and directed by Sosena Solomon, this film reflects the series' emphasis on community stewardship, highlighting the specialized masonry team entrusted with maintaining these historic structures, employing techniques passed down through generations. Local archaeologists provide insights into Great Zimbabwe’s continuing significance as both a national symbol and a living connection to Zimbabwe’s pre-colonial past. Africa’s Cultural Landmarksis produced by The Metropolitan Museum of Art in collaboration with World Monuments Fund.