The heart of an empire

Article Abstract:

The medieval African city of Great Zimbabwe may be the origin of the Shona culture and intricate stonework. Great Zimbabwe, which existed from around 1200 to 1530 AD, is characterized by great stone walls and was sustained by cattle herding and trade. The city was located at an ideal spot for year-round cattle grazing. Overgrazing and overpopulation may have caused the city's downfall. Twentieth century archeology has proved that the city's stonework was Shona-inspired rather than the work of other cultures.

Zimbabwe, Cities and towns, Ruined, extinct, etc., Abandoned settlements

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Open toes for the open road

Article Abstract:

Adventure sandals have become a popular alternative to conventional footwear, due in large part to their comfort as well as flexibility and function. These sandals were originally aimed at surfers and river rafters, but have since gained wide use among walkers and travellers. They come in a wide variety of design and materials, such as pre-molded footbeds, raised rims and special rubber compounds for outsoles and midsoles.

Evaluation, Footwear, Design and construction, Sandals

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The road to empire

Article Abstract:

The highway network of ancient Rome still stands in much of the world. The Via Appia consists of 212 kilometers in Italy. The Via Egnatia runs through Albania, Greece and Macedonia to Istanbul, Turkey. The Via Sebastiana crosses Asia Minor to end at Palmyra, Syria. The Via Traiana goes from Palmyra to Jerusalem, Israel.

History, Roads, Roman, Roman roads

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