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Quick facts
- Zanzibar was once the center of the spice trade in the 19th century, known as the 'Spice Island' for its production of cloves, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
- Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2000, features over 50 historic buildings that showcase a blend of Arab, Persian, Indian, and European architecture.
- The island is home to the world's only population of the Zanzibar red colobus monkey, which is critically endangered and can only be found in Jozani Forest.
- Zanzibar's annual Festival of the Dhow Countries, established in 1999, celebrates the diverse cultural heritage of the region with film, music, and art from over 20 countries.
- The House of Wonders, built in 1883, was the first building in East Africa to have electricity and is one of the tallest structures in Stone Town.
Travel details
- Country
- Tanzania
- Wind (now)
- 9 km/h
- Coordinates
- -6.1659, 39.2026
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