Cabaça
Country: Angola
Region: Africa
Period: 17th c.CE
Location: -9.000°N, 14.833°E
Description
Cabaça was a significant settlement in the Kingdom of Dongo, an early African kingdom located in the region that is now part of modern-day northern Angola. The Kingdom of Dongo was one of the most important political and military powers in the area during the 16th century, and Cabaça played a crucial role as a political and cultural center within the kingdom.
Modern Remains
Today, Cabaça no longer exists as a prominent settlement, but the historical region remains part of Angola's rich cultural heritage. Archaeological remains in the area include remnants of royal palaces, fortifications, and other structures that provide insight into the kingdom's organizational complexity. The legacy of Cabaça and the Kingdom of Dongo continues to be an important subject in the study of African kingdoms and their interactions with early European traders.