Stone town is a very unique, old and cultured town located in the heart of Zanzibar Island. The town was constructed in the 19th century and mostly consists of a maze of narrow alleys lined by houses, shops, bazaars and mosques. The most common mode of transport in the area is bicycles and motorcycle due to the narrow paths although its way easier to explore the town on foot. The architecture of the buildings have distinctive features as a result of mixing Arabs, Persians, Indian, European and African cultures. Stone Town was mainly constructed with coral stones which earned the town its name.

The town was recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in the year 2000. However, the recognition has not guaranteed its complete protection for the town’s heritage. The island experiences hot tropical weather all year round with the hottest months being February and March and the cooler months being July and August. March to May is the long rains season while November to December covers for the short rains. Lesser dry months range between December and February and May to August which accounts for the highest number of tourist visit (Peak season).

Some of the major highlights in Stone Town includes, The Old Fort, The Palace Museum, House of Wonders, The Old Dispensary, Forodhani Gardens, The Roman Catholic Cathedral of St. Joseph and Anglican Cathedral of Christ Church.

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