Mtoni Palace Zanzibar
Concert and dinner at Mtoni Palace, birthplace of Princess Salme : traditional Taarab concert and typical zanzibari food in the ruins of these omani palace ruins. Welcome to the heart of the swahili culture in East Africa !
Explore Stone Town- Zanzibar with Petka
Stone Town -- maybe his name is not really romantic but heart of the culture and life of the island Zanzibar is more magical you can imagine. And has changed little over the past 200 years ...
The winding streets, a warm reddish glow coral stone from which it is constructed gives an indescribable charm.
The presence of Arabs, Persians, Indians, Europeans you will feel on every step, corner through the past and present ...
Even when you meet a small motobyke , because for any other carrier in the labyrinth of narrow streets is not enough place ...
No crime, no religious intolerance ...
Sensitivity and respect for the residents of predominantly Muslim here is particularly welcome.
And all the doors of Zanzibar will be opened ....
Rest of the World is counting the population at Zanzibar they counting the doors. The oldest door is from 1694 years. When house is build the first thing, of course, supply the door!
petka: The rich carvings, reliefs, often verses of the Koran or the symbols of prosperity, boasts the most famous feature zanzibarskih house telling stories about the status of the owner ...
Do you want one of them, you will pay them in dollars or Tanzanian shillings.
While we embrace the Euro, little advice for visiting Zanzibar : put the Dollars in your pocket or you will struggle with a large number of zeros. Long ago it was when we printed them to faster than we have come to count ...
But Zanzibar is, from our perspective quite inexpensive.
Even if you want to buy a small memento of the most famous souvenir Mercury shop.
We carefully prepared the Hats Off by the native house of Farouk Bulsara, but this was a surprise:
No one knows exactly wich house of three of them is the birth place of music legend. But we know and gave respect infront three places he lived. World music legend Freddie Mercury.
History and East African artistic value is hidden in the House of Wonders.
Raised 1883rd magnificent and today demonstrates the power and richness of the Sultan who ruled this region.
The first building that had electricity. The first one had a lift.
Memories of Arab princess is first autobiography written by womans hand . A witness to the ancient times and customs of East Africa . It was Princess Salme ...
Because of the immense value to of Swahili culture, Stone Town in 2000. was included on the list of protected World Heritage List- UNESCO .
P: Do you know where was the shortest war in world history? Here. It lasted only 45 minutes and therefore is included in the book of Guinnes World records .
if only today's wars could last so short, be so brief. or better no wars at all.
We would live peacefully like Zanzibar people.
Every new day is a new opportunity for better tomorrow-Suleiman told us while celebrations while flags waved for a a better future ....
Under the flag of the United Republic of Tanzania, from 1964, Zanzibar has its own autonomy.
They have two governments, Zanzibar and Tanzania. Two presidents, Zanzibar and Tanzania.
But together, Under the same sky they create a better and save future for all ...
Broadcast , croatian television morning show Good morning Croatia!
THANKSGIVING IN ZANZIBAR?!
What can you do on Thanksgiving in Zanzibar?
Well... lots! Caitlin and I went to Princess Salme Museum, had a coffee with an AMAZING view of Stone Town in Emerson Spice Hotel, watched an incredible sunset over the ocean and had dinner at Pagoda Chinese Restaurant.
You are very welcomed to join us!
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Old Fort of Zanzibar-The Arab Fort in Zanzibar Town, Tanzania - from the Bradt's guide
Old Fort of Zanzibar-The Arab Fort in Zanzibar Town, Tanzania - from the Bradt's guide
The Arab Fort (also called the old fort, and by its local name Ngome Kongwe) is next to the House of Wonders. It is a large building, with high, dark-brown walls topped by castellated battlements. It was built between 1698 and 1701 by the Busaidi group of Omani Arabs, who had gained control of Zanzibar in 1698, following almost two centuries of Portuguese occupation. The fort was used as a defence against the Portuguese and against a rival Omani group, the Mazrui, who occupied Mombasa at that time.The fort was constructed by the Busaidi Omani Arabs on the site of a Portuguese church which had been built between 1598 and 1612. In the main courtyard, remnants of the old church can still be seen built into the inside wall. In the 19th century the fort was used as a prison, and criminals were executed or punished here, at a place just outside the east wall. The Swahili word gereza, meaning prison, is thought to be derived from the Portuguese word ireja, meaning church.In the early 20th century, the fort was also used as a depot for the railway line which ran from Zanzibar Town to Bububu. In 1949 it was rebuilt and the main courtyard used as a ladies' tennis club, but after the 1964 Revolution it fell into disuse.Today, the fort has been renovated, and is open to visitors. It is possible to reach the top of the battlements and go onto the towers on the western side. In 1994 a section was turned into an open-air theatre. The development was imaginative yet sympathetic to the overall design and feel of the original building: seating is in amphitheatre style, and the fort's outer walls and the House of Wonders form a natural backdrop. The theatre is used for performances of contemporary and traditional music, drama and dance. The fort also houses a tourist information desk, with details on performances in the amphitheatre and other events around town, plus a selection of books for sale and a range of tour company leaflets to browse. There are also several spice and craft shops.
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Mezzotono. Concert at Mtoni Palace in Zanzibar
17.10.2010 Concert of the Italian a capella group Mezzotono at Mtoni Palace, Zanzibar. Beautiful concert at historic venue.
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Room review of the Princess Room at Jafferji Beach Retreat.
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Zanzibar Best Of part 1
Beautiful overview of the island of Zanzibar
The memoirs of Zanzibar
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This is my advice on travelling to Zanzibar mixed in with my experiences.
I had a lot of fun while I was there and hope to return someday. I guess this is just to say that the world has so many places to explore and an invite to explore together and share our experiences.
To more days of living and caring.
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Zanzibar hit by erosions
Salma Said, VoicesofAfrica mobile reporter in Zanzibar, Tanzania (23 August 2010) Soil and beach erosion are affecting Zanzibar villages. Some extreme incident occurred at Jambian villages, south of Zanzibar , where coconut trees and a block built to prevent water waves collapsed.
A number of houses including tourists' hotels near seashore in Zanzibar Islands are now under threat due to sea erosion attributed to climate change and expanding careless human activity. The erosion is also attributed cutting down of mangroves trees, and destruction of coral-reefs. The soil and shoreline erosion are putting near by houses at risk of demolition.
Zanzibar is an archipelago made up of Unguja and Pemba Islands , and several islets. It is located in the Indian Ocean , about 25 miles from the Tanzanian coast, and 6° south of the equator. Zanzibar Island (known locally as Unguja, but as Zanzibar internationally) is 60 miles long and 20 miles wide, occupying a total area of approximately 650 square miles. It is characterised by beautiful sandy beaches with fringing coral reefs and the magic of historic Stone Town - said to be the only functioning ancient town in East Africa.
About 20 years ago when the block or wall was built, Jambian beach has been was being affected by strong waves, but now with the collapse of the wall, some tourists' hotels and villages close to the seashore are under high threat due to sea erosion.
According to Mr Hamza Rijali, Environmentalist from the 'Zanzibar Ministry of agriculture, livestock, and environment', said that even water in the wells and boreholes used by people for domestic use have been affected by salty water from the sea.
'Seashore erosion and rising sea levels are threatening; causing threats to Zanzibar villages which also face damage on rice farms and other crops, an occupation of a cross-section of Zanzibar citizens', said Hamza.
It was not immediately known how many hectares of land and farms have been affected so far by serious soil erosion and salty water, but Mr Rijali cites a few different causes of this excessive erosion.
'Sea waves which causes shoreline erosion, destroying crops and coconuts trees. Uncontrolled falling of trees especially mangroves trees at coastal areas and destruction of coral-reefs by reckless diving and fishing,' he said.
Mr Hassan Sineni, a local farmer and fishermen at the Jambiani- Kibigija, about 37 'there is little fish catch compared in the past. Unfortunately human being is not taking any quick efforts to control the phenomenon.'
He observed further that their traditional fishing method was environmentally unfriendly to the increasing fishing, which, if properly developed, could increase job opportunities and alleviate unemployment, particularly in coastal areas.
Fishers and small farmers including seaweed farmers in the sector endure vulnerable social and economic conditions owed to loss of income and the dwindling of resources, with the harshness of nature and the impacts of climate changes.
These challenges are faced by many fishing villages in Zanzibar coasts; yet, the local population continues to rely on unacceptable methods of fishing. 'Climate change affects fishermen activities by limiting fishing days and influencing the quantity and quality of fish harvested,' said Sineni. Other factors of impact include the tourism development in the islands and which generates solid and liquid waste polluting the coast in some parts of Zanzibar .
Wastes from hotels close to the sea, sludge from septic pits and latrines also seep into the sea from the mangrove stands where it is dumped. Contamination has already been noted in Nungwi, north of Zanzibar , and Maruhubi area, north of Zanzibar City , according to a government report prepared for the WIO-LaB project, coordinated by the UN Environment Programme and the Global Environment Facility.
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