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1. Anglican Cathedral
Religious Building/Site/ShrineThis was the first Anglican cathedral in East Africa and its crucifix was carved from the tree under which explorer David Livingstone's heart...Read More
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2. Askari Monument
Memorial/Monument/TombThis bronze statue was erected by the British in 1927 in memory of African troops who died during World War I. (The word askari means "soldier...Read More
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3. Beit el-Ajaib
Building/Architectural SiteKnown as the House of Wonders because it was the first building in Zanzibar to use electric lights, this four-story palace is still one of the...Read More
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4. Botanical Gardens
Garden/ArboretumIf you are heading to the National Museum it's well worth a quiet stroll through the indigenous plants in the botanical gardens. It provides...Read More
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5. Changu Island
IslandThis tiny island, just a 20-minute boat ride from Stone Town, was once a prison and a quarantine location. Now it's a tropical paradise that...Read More
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6. Chumbe Island
IslandBetween the Tanzanian coast and the islands of Zanzibar, Chumbe Island is the country's first marine national park. It's home to 400 species...Read More
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7. Darajani Market
Building/Architectural SiteThis gable-roofed structure built in 1904 and also know as Estella Market, houses a sprawling fruit, fish, meat, and vegetable market. Goods...Read More
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8. Dhow Harbor
Historic District/SiteThe scent of cloves hangs heavy in the air as stevedores load and unload sacks of the region's most valuable crops. Every day you'll spot dhows...Read More
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9. Forodhani Gardens
Garden/ArboretumThis pleasant waterfront park is a favorite spot for an evening stroll both for locals and tourists. Dozens of venders sell grilled fish under...Read More
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10. Jozani Forest Reserve
Nature Preserve/Wildlife RefugeJozani Chakwa Bay National Park, Zanzibar's only national park, is home to this reserve where you'll find the rare Kirk's red colobus monkey...Read More
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11. Kivukoni Fish Market
Market/BazaarIf you are feeling brave and interested in experiencing Dar's fish market at its nosiest and fishiest then wake up early and head down to Kivukoni...Read More
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12. Kondoa Rock Paintings
Archaeological Site/RuinsKolo, just south of Tarangire, is where you'll find some of the most accessible Kondoa rock paintings. From the last stage of the Stone Age...Read More
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13. Mt. Meru
Mountain–SightFrom the Momella Lakes the road toward Mt. Meru leads into a forest with a profusion of wildflowers. Here you'll encounter dik-diks and red...Read More
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14. Ngurdoto Forest and Crater
ForestAfter entering the park through the Ngurdoto Gate, you'll pass through the fig, olive, and wild mango trees of the Ngurdoto Forest. Farther...Read More
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15. Old Dispensary
Hospital–SightWith intricately carved wood balconies that make it resemble a wedding cake, this former dispensary shines again after being renovated by community...Read More
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16. Old Fort
Military SiteBuilt by the Portuguese in 1560, this bastioned fortress is the oldest structure in Stone Town. It withstood an attack from Arabs in 1754. It...Read More
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17. Tanzania National Museum and House of Culture
Museum/GalleryApart from the Leakey fossil discoveries, which are some of the most important in the world, there are also good displays of colonial exploration...Read More
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18. Zanzibar Butterfly Centre
Nature Preserve/Wildlife RefugeThis center is well worth a half hour visit. It's a community development project, and your entry fee pays for local farmers to bring in cocoons...Read More
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