Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Zanzibar
Walking through the beautiful alleys of stone town is an unforgettable experience, it takes you back in time as its very well-kept!, discover old colonial style buildings with inner yards. The stories are endless. Each door in the building has a story to tell. And here where you can shop for souvenirs. It is safe to walk around in small roads even at night. There is no hassle from shopkeepers.
The old streets offer a fascinating view into daily life and are punctured by stunning architecture and striking doors that are a trademark of Zanzibar. Everywhere you turn there a shops offering local products and the market is well worth a visit.
The slave market and cathedral are definitely worth a visit and give you the fascinating background into the islands history.
See the National Museum of Zanzibar (rebuilt in 1883) and the Arab fort while passing along bazaar streets towards the famous Freddie Mercury house. See the old slave market, fruit market, and spice market - without missing the classic Zanzibar curved doors decorating the stone town.
A visit to Zanzibar is not complete without visiting Stone Town; getting lost in the backstreets is a highly pleasurable experience!
Highlights:
- Explore the local streets on a walking tour of the city
- Walking on narrows streets of Stone Town to see the local life
- Visit Lloyd Mathews monument