The Turquoise Waters Of Zanzibar – the Jewel of Africa

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Located just 24 kilometers off the coast of Tanzania in the Indian Ocean lies the semi-autonomous island of Zanzibar. This not so well known island is one of the most beautiful places to visit in Africa.

Firstly famous for his turquoise waters and snow white beaches which make its coast the perfect holiday location. The island offers beautiful long beaches strewn with lovely beach bars and beautiful African-styled hotels and resorts along its coasts, especially at the north, east and south side.

But this is not all this island has to offer. Being one of the most important places in the marine spice trade and trade in general in the past, Zanzibar has one of the richest histories in the region.

The Stone Town is a World Heritage Site and has a lot of historically important and alluring buildings like the Arab Fort and the House of Wonders.

Because of its significance in the spice trade, the island has one of the richest spice markets in the world. Here, you can see one of the few places where saffron is being produced and also you will see most of the spices we use in our daily lives grown and sold in the markets.

It’s the jewel of Africa and one of the best places to visit, so check out these pictures: