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Zanzibar
“This is the finest place
I have known in all Africa
to rest before my final
journey. An illusive place
where nothing is as it seems,
I am mesmerized.”
Dr. David Livingstone
-1866
Stone Town
A "World Heritage Site",
gained its name from the
many large multi-story "stone"
buildings. These structures
are actually constructed
with coral, limestone and
mortar. The town has hardly
changed in 200 years. The
historic charm of its
winding alleys, bustling
bazaars, wonderful
architecture and
brass-studded & carved
wooden doors will mesmerize
you.
Over the years, thousands of
people have been attracted
to the East African Coastal
cities, to witness the
evolution of the Swahili
culture among other things.
Stone Town is undoubtedly
its most unique landmark.
There is much to see and do
in Stone Town. You can
simply wander through the
streets or visit the market,
Livingstone’s house, the
Peace Memorial Museum and
the Palace Museum.
Beaches
Zanzibar’s seashore
offers some of the best
beaches in the world.
On the east coast, waves
break over coral reefs and
sand banks, and low tide
reveals beautiful lagoons
filled with starfish, small
minnows, and anemones.
On the north cost, exotic
beaches and powdery white
sands make for dazzling days
in the sun.
On the south coast of
Zanzibar lies the Menai Bay
Conservation Area, a sea
turtle protection area for
the endangered species that
come to breed on the island.
The southeast coast is known
for the Jozani Forest, home
to Zanzibar’s rare Red
Colobus monkeys and a number
of other primate and small
antelope species.
Zanzibar is also reputed to
have some of the best diving
spots in the world. The
unbelievable coral reef
structures that surround the
island ensure that the
exotic marine life is
abundant. Good visibility
and a year-round average
water temperature of 27°c
will guarantee that you
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Spices
Zanzibar, also known as the
Spice Island, is home to
many spice plantations.The
famous local Spice tours
will take you in some
magnificent gardens where
you will see rare species'
of plants which are only
found on the island, spices
such as vanilla, nutmeg, and
cloves, as well as medicinal
and ornamental plants.
You
will be able to taste a
variety of tropical fruits
including some that are
unique to the island.
With the aroma of exotic
spices filling the air and
the whitest sandy beaches
bordering the crystalline
Indian Ocean, a stay on this
unique island is the perfect
way to round off the trip of
a lifetime. |
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