š Historic fort in Mombasa, Kenya, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2011. š Built by Portuguese in 1596, it showcases Renaissance military architecture and a blend of European, African, and Middle-Eastern building styles, now a museum.
š° Explore Renaissance military architecture and a strategic fort with a dramatic history of changing hands.
šļø Discover 400 years of Swahili, Portuguese, and Omani history, with a museum shedding light on its past and Mombasa.
š¼ļø See shipwreck ceramics and old cannons in the museum.
š Enjoy panoramic views of Mombasa Port and the Indian Ocean.
š¶ Witness a unique amalgamation of colonial and indigenous building techniques.
āļø Midday can be very hot, limited shade.
ā ļø Steep stairs and narrow corridors in some parts.
āļø Visit in the morning or late afternoon to avoid the midday heat.
š¶ Located near Mombasa Old Town, accessible on foot.
š Wear comfortable shoes, bring a hat and sunglasses, as some parts have steep stairs and narrow corridors.
šø Photography is permitted without a fee.
š Appropriate clothing required for religious sites (if visiting Old Town).
š° Around 10 USD for foreign tourists, children half price.
š Daily, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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