Masvingo is one of the oldest city formerly called Fort Victoria during the colonial era and was named after Queen Victoria by the pioneer column around 1890. The name Masvingo was derived from the Shona word 'Rusvingo' which means 'walled in enclosures' with reference to the nearby Great Zimbabwe. Masvingo is the capital city of the Masvingo Province in Zimbabwe. This town is of historical and cultural significance as it is the home to the famous Great Zimbabwe Ruins from where the nations name was derived. The ruins are believed to have been the first dwelling place for the people of Zimbabwe where they built ruins using stones and mortar during the Stone age period. To date the ruins still stands as strong as before and have become one of city attraction and a place not to miss during visit to Zimbabwe. The town major source of income is through agriculture as most of the people in the area are rural, communal farmers. For more information about the city visitors can contact the Masvingo Publicity Association.

EMERGENCY SERVICES:
Hospital contact is for Masvingo General Hospital. Doctors contact is for Dr Chirengwa.

TOW-INS:
Motor sales: +263(0)39 226 2646. Alternative tow-in: +263(0)78 057 9261 / +263(0)71 808 4297 / +263(0)73 652 3424 (DRIVE Zimbabwe Roadside Assistance). Road Angels: +263(0)77 212 2122(For emergencies).

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