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ZANZIBAR |
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Set like a jewel in tranquil
coral waters, only 20 minutes flight from Dar es Salaam, is
one of the world’s most beautiful islands - Zanzibar. Its
name evokes a romantic past. To the shores of these islands
came Sumerians, Assyrians, Hindus, Egyptians, Phoenicians,
Arabians, Chinese, Malaysians, and the Portuguese, all
sailing in on Monsoon winds. From these shores the great
European explorers Burton, Speke, Livingstone, Krapf,
Redman, and Grant set out on their voyages of discovery into
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Central
African hinterland. he
different races that have settled in Zanzibar over the
centuries have left an imprint on the people and the
architecture. The “House of Wonders” and the narrow streets
of the Old Stone Town are just some of the vivid reminders
of the islands long and colored history. Zanzibar is also
the birthplace of the fascinating Swahili culture with its
elegant architecture, full of balconies, courtyards,
hand-carved doors and mosques. For centuries the historic
spice Islands of Zanzibar has evoked a mystical and magical
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Fascinating history,
exotic spices, sandy beaches and hospitable
people... this is the enchantment of Zanzibar.
Different excursions are arranged while in Zanzibar.
These include taking visitors to spices plantations
in the countryside where a variety of seasonal
spices, tropical fruits and medicinal herbs are
grown. Detailed description of the spices is given,
and their uses in cooking and cosmetics.
Guests will be
fascinated by the sheer number of spices produced,
and by their incredible value for many ailments.
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This is also the cheapest place to purchase spices
and oil extracts. Zanzibar is popularly referred to
as the “Spice Islands”. Another popular
excursion is the “Zanzibar Stone Town Tour” which is
literary a travel into history of this old capital
of the Omani Sultans. Other excursions will include
the old slave cave, the prison island, ruins of what
was the palace of the Sultan Said, the old slave
market and many other historical places |
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