Mapungubwe Flashcards
What does Mapungubwe means?
The place of the jackals
Where is Mapungubwe?
In the Limpopo Province near the Limpopo River
What do the Venda people think of Mapungubwe?
They respect it, see it as a special place, where ancient kings once lived
When and who discovered it?
In 1932. Was found by prospectors looking for treasure and they came across stone walled terraces.
True or False. Is Mapungubwe a protected hertiage site?
True!
When Jerry Van Graan discovered it… what were someof the things the found..
Walls of stone Clay pots Broken pottery Iron Tools Gold!
Where did the elite/rich people live in Mapungubwe?
On top of the hill
How many people lived in the town?
5000 people
What are the three walling functions that ensured calss distinction and leadership?
Prestige Enclosures
Hut Terraces
Long Boundaries
How did the town layout seperate social classes?
Most important people on the hill top - The King/Chief Royals and leaders on the slopes of the hill Lower class were at the base of the hill Retailing walls to show important areas to seperate from the rest of the town
