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Zanzibar
The Zanzibar Archipelago consists of numerous small islands and two large ones: Unguja, the main island, informally referred to as Zanzibar, and Pemba.
Zanzibar is the number one beach location in East Africa with tropical beaches, lush plantations, an incredible history and a fascinating culture. At the northern tip of the island is Nungwi, approached by a road lined by banana palms, mangroves and coconut trees.
This is the dhow building capital of Zanzibar island, so it is a good place to see traditional craftsmen at work. On the West coast of Zanzibar, Mangapwani beach is definately worth a visit, and to the east are the beaches of Matemwe, Pwani Mchangani, Kiwengwa, Uroa, Bwejuu and Jambiani, all with stretches of beautiful and uncrowded sands.
There are no large wild animals in Zanzibar, and forest areas such as Jozani are inhabited by monkeys, bush-pigs and small antelopes.
Various species of mongoose can also be found on the island. There is a wide variety of birdlife, and a large number of butterflies in rural areas.
The coral reefs that surround the East Coast are rich in marine diversity, and make Zanzibar an ideal location for snorkelling and scuba diving.
Fishing and agriculture are the main economic activities of the local people. Zanzibar, commonly known as the "Spice Island", was once the world's largest producer of cloves, and her economy was based on large incomes thus derived.
Although cloves are still a major export along with coconut products and spices, tourism has been ear-marked as the primary foreign exchange earner, with more visitors coming to Zanzibar each year.
Zanzibar is the number one beach location in East Africa with tropical beaches, lush plantations, an incredible history and a fascinating culture. At the northern tip of the island is Nungwi, approached by a road lined by banana palms, mangroves and coconut trees.
This is the dhow building capital of Zanzibar island, so it is a good place to see traditional craftsmen at work. On the West coast of Zanzibar, Mangapwani beach is definately worth a visit, and to the east are the beaches of Matemwe, Pwani Mchangani, Kiwengwa, Uroa, Bwejuu and Jambiani, all with stretches of beautiful and uncrowded sands.
There are no large wild animals in Zanzibar, and forest areas such as Jozani are inhabited by monkeys, bush-pigs and small antelopes.
Various species of mongoose can also be found on the island. There is a wide variety of birdlife, and a large number of butterflies in rural areas.
The coral reefs that surround the East Coast are rich in marine diversity, and make Zanzibar an ideal location for snorkelling and scuba diving.
Fishing and agriculture are the main economic activities of the local people. Zanzibar, commonly known as the "Spice Island", was once the world's largest producer of cloves, and her economy was based on large incomes thus derived.
Although cloves are still a major export along with coconut products and spices, tourism has been ear-marked as the primary foreign exchange earner, with more visitors coming to Zanzibar each year.
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