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HALF DAY STONE TOWN TOUR
Duration
1 Day(s)Min Age
5Tour Type
HistoricalLocation
Stone Town, ZanzibarThe historic old quarter of Zanzibar City, known as Stone Town or Mji Mkongwe in Swahili, is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a prominent cultural hub in East Africa. Its winding, narrow streets and unique architecture reflect a blend of Swahili, Arab, Persian, Indian, and European influences that developed over centuries of trade.
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- Meals
- Personal Expenses
Tour Plan
- Duration: Typically 2–3 hours, but can be customized.
- Highlights:
- Architecture and culture: Explore the labyrinth of narrow, winding streets to see a unique blend of African, Arab, Indian, and European architectural influences.
- Slavery history: Visit the site of the former slave market, which is now home to the Anglican Cathedral.
- Markets: Experience the bustling atmosphere of the Darajani Market, where you can see locals trading everything from fish to spices.
- Famous landmarks: See the Old Fort, the House of Wonders (currently under renovation), the Sultan's Palace
, and Freddie Mercury's childhood home.
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