Celebrated around the world for its beauty, beaches and history of the romantic island of Zanzibar, under the influence of the Arabs, especially one of the most attractive Stone Town one of the largest island of the attractions. Stone Town is the old city and cultural heart of Zanzibar, who rose to fame in the 17th century. unforgettable history Stone City is enough to make you shiver, the old slave castle and the market are reminders of what the island was more famous. David Livingstone used as the basis Stone Town for the preparation of his last expedition in 1866. Stone City is characterized by winding streets and noisy bazaars and is one of the few intact historic areas Commercial Swahili of the east coast of Africa. Stone Town consists of approximately 2,500 buildings all made of coral stone, lime and clay, including 45 mosques, 2 churches Christian Hindu and 4 rooms. From Stone Town was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, several buildings have been renovated and restored by the duly appointed authority Stone Town Conservation.

Stone Town is full of historic architecture and a rich culture and ethnicity in narrow city streets, each view, every look, pasthowever evokes the romantic for most visitors to Zanzibar is on the sea, corals, and dolphins. During his visit to the islands should schedule fascinating to walk through Stone Town which is gratifying. The contrast between the area in Zanzibar's main city, Stone Town and the sights of the islands are amazing. Walking through the city, please remember that the stone city is very much a real community where people live and work. Alleys narrow, carved doors and ornate balconies makes Stone Town in Zanzibar, a popular destination. You lose your bearings here safe, but lost in Stone Town is normal and harmless fun. Stone Town's main attractions include the old dispensary, Livingstone House, the Peace Memorial Museum, the Palace Museum, Arab fortress and the house of wonders (which results in its local name, Beit El Crab). Beyond Stone Town clad in spice gardens are silver Bejeweled sandy beaches of magnificent resorts.

The port of Stone Town has one or two good dives remains. I would suggest perhaps two time of autonomy in and around the stone city and then go to the beaches and islands of the most exciting diving experiences.

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