Zanzibar island is also known as Unguja. it’s a semi-autonomous state which united to form Tanzania, it is an archipelago in the Indian ocean it consists of many small islands but two are mainly Unguja and Pemba where Unguja is the capital city and its historic center is Stone Town which is a world heritage site. Stone Town is punctuated with major historical buildings, several of which are found on the seafront; these include former palaces of the sultans, fortifications(Ngome Kongwe), churches, mosques, and other institutional buildings.

What makes Zanzibar famous is its history in the 9th century Swahili merchants on Zanzibar operated as brokers for long-distance trade including the Persian, Indian, and Arabs the goods including gold, ivory, and silver they shipped overseas to Asia the trade resulted in the growth of the town.

Zanzibar has some of the world’s most beautiful diving sights and warm waters. No wonder it is a popular destination for those wanting to explore the underwater world. You can do both shore dives and reef dives accessed by boat. The island is famous for its mixofexoticbeaches, famous spice plantations, endangered species(red colobus monkeys & green turtle), history (Stone Town being the capital), and diverse culture. Apart from that, you can find many delicious plates of seafood at Forodhani grounds.

For those interested in history and relaxation then Zanzibar will be their best destination as tourists will create such an unforgettable experience because it is like selling back to a voyage of the 18th century as you walk through Stone Town and breeze on stunning and unique beaches that you will not regret visiting.

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