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Zanzibar, Tanzania |
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Zanzibar, known as the Spice Island, is separated from mainland Tanzania by
a 22-mile-wide channel. To Zanzibar’s shores came the Sumarians, Assyrians,
Arabs, Chinese and Malays--all contributing to the island’s turbulent
history. From its shores, the great European explorers--Burton, Speke, Krapf
and Livingston--set out on their voyages of discovery to the mainland. The
Portuguese were the first Europeans to arrive at Zanzibar in the 15th
century, starting a reign of exploitation including the export of slaves and
ivory. The different nationalities that have settled in Zanzibar over the centuries have left a distinct mark on its people and architecture. Of special note are the ornate wooden doors and intricately carved balconies. A scent of cloves in the air serves as a reminder that this is indeed the Spice Island. The warm waters of the Indian Ocean are a major draw for vacationers, encouraging such holiday activities as swimming, sailing, and exploring beneath the ocean in unspoiled underwater parks. In Stone Town, visit the recently restored Old Fort, the Sultan’s Palace Museum, the National Museum, the busy market stalls, and little shops. Here artisans create gold and silver jewelry and beautifully carved wooden chests. Stretches of dazzling white sand beaches lie outside of town. A small nature reserve, the Jozani Forest, is home to the last few remaining red Colubus monkeys. Jozani Forest is 25 miles southeast of Stone Town. |
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Complimentary Spirits Await |
Return to Your Suite and Sail Away to The Next Adventure |
Entertainment and Dancing Await You |
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