Songo Mnara
Mosques carved from coral and dozens of well-preserved stone structures fill this 500-year-old Swahili trading center on Songo Mnara Island, Tanzania.

šŸ“œ Historic Swahili settlement and medieval stone town on Songo Mnara Island.
šŸ” Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1981.

Why Go

šŸ—æ Explore a 500-year-old Swahili trading center
šŸ•Œ See well-preserved stone structures, six mosques, and tombs
šŸ“œ Gain insight into Swahili culture at its height
šŸŒæ Visit a remote, largely undisturbed historical site

Why Avoid

āš ļø Access only by a 2-3 hour boat ride from Kilwa Masoko

Tips

šŸ›„ļø Plan for a boat trip from Kilwa Masoko to reach the island

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