ZANZIBAR DAY TRIP

Stone Town City Tour

Overview

Stone town is world heritage site and capital city of Zanzibar which is constructed by coral stone known as old stone town (Mji Mkongwe). Stone town is cultural heart and navel of historical site of Zanzibar, It is a place of winding alleys, bustling bazaars, countless mosques, Anglican cathedral church, Indians temples and distinctive features of Arab and Indian urban architectural style of Stone town buildings that indicate how Zanzibar’s cosmopolitan roots of (Arabs, Indians, Yemenis, Persians, Portuguese, British, Chinese and others) blend with African traditions to shape its unique culture.

Steeped in history, Stone Town was once the biggest business center of East Africa. In it’s earlier days it was the hub for trading ivory, spices and slaves.Till now stone town remains as a shopping center of Zanzibar that gives travellers opportunities to do shopping around narrow streets at boutique shop to find jewellery and accessories made in Zanzibar, there are also fresh spices from plantations, plenty of souvenirs and handicrafts home Swahili art décor. Discover Zanzibar curved wooden doors at narrow alleys, the Portuguese, Arabs, Sultans of Oman and English have all had their influence on this unique and fascinating town which has created an incredible mix of architecture and culture that has shaped this

Tour Highlights

  • Visits historical buildings, places and monuments, such as House of Wonders build in 1883 (Zanzibar National Museum of History & Culture).
  • Visit Darajani market, the central market of Zanzibar and bustling place where locals selling fresh vegetables, spices, fish and tropical fruits.
  • Visit the Old Portuguese Fort, the former slave market for East African Slave trade at Anglican Church build in 1873
  • Visit at the home of world famous musician “Freddy Mercury”

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