Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe is a landlocked country in southern Africa. It is home to part of Victoria Falls, one of the biggest waterfalls in the world. Zimbabwe also has ancient stone ruins that gave the country its name.

Land and People

About 16 million people live in Zimbabwe. The capital is Harare. Zimbabwe has high plateaus, savannas, and mountains. Victoria Falls on the Zambezi River is called Mosi-oa-Tunya, meaning 'The Smoke That Thunders.'

Culture and Fun Facts

Great Zimbabwe was an ancient stone city built without any cement or mortar. The country is named after these ruins. Sadza, a thick cornmeal porridge, is the staple food. Cricket and soccer are popular sports. Zimbabwe has amazing wildlife in its national parks.

Fun Facts

• Victoria Falls is one of the largest waterfalls in the world and creates a mist you can see from miles away.
• Great Zimbabwe was a powerful ancient city with walls over 30 feet tall built without mortar.
• Zimbabwe has 16 official languages.

Did You Know?

Victoria Falls is so powerful that the spray of water shoots up hundreds of feet into the air. On a clear day, you can see the mist from over 30 miles away. The local name, Mosi-oa-Tunya, means The Smoke That Thunders because of all the spray and noise.