Zanzibar is a small and beautiful island with pristine turquoise waters and white powdered sands. The\u00a0island offers the best beaches, interesting activities like snorkeling, visiting spice farms and wonderful\u00a0seafood delicacies for food lovers.<\/p>\n
Here are the top 11 places to visit in Zanzibar:<\/p>\n
1) Stone Town \u2013 The place is the cultural hub of Zanzibar. You can explore the ancient streets with\u00a0lots of jewelry and craft shops. If you are tired shopping then hit the coffee shop for a wonderful\u00a0and aromatic coffee.<\/p>\n
2) Nungwi beach \u2013 Nungwi is a small village with very low population. This is one if the top beaches\u00a0in Zanzibar. There are lots of quality restaurants and hotels in this region. It\u2019s a place to relax\u00a0and see the sunset. The sea water is crystal clear and warm which makes this place the finest\u00a0beach in Zanzibar.<\/p>\n
3) Prison Island \u2013 It takes a 20 minute boat trip to reach Prison Island from Zanzibar. If you would\u00a0like to explore the history of this region where people were used as slaves then you can visit this\u00a0place. Right now this place is widely known as a nature reserve for giant tortoises reaching ages\u00a0of over 200 years.<\/p>\n
4) Forodhani market \u2013 This night market is an absolute \u2018must\u2019. If you\u2019d like to experience some of\u00a0the best street food, it is here. Zanzibar style. You can find fresh fish, vegetables and other food\u00a0items. If you are a seafood lover then this is the place to go to.<\/p>\n
5) The Rock of Zanzibar \u2013 Many people visit Zanzibar just to eat at this world renowned restaurant.Set in the middle of the sea, you can reach there by walk in low tide but during high tide you\u00a0require a boat to reach the Rock. The same group that owns The Rock also own Kichanga Lodge\u00a0where you can stay and enjoy the best Zanzibar beach accommodation.<\/p>\n
6) Palace Museum \u2013 It\u2019s widely known as Sultan\u2019s Palace. It\u2019s one of the oldest buildings in Stone\u00a0Town. The museum was built in the 19th century just overlooking the ocean.<\/p>\n
7) Spice Tour \u2013 You are in the best part of the world if you are a spice lover. The spices are locally\u00a0grown and sold in streets by local merchants. There are lots of varieties of spices available in this\u00a0place and you can feel the wonderful aroma when you visit this place. Zanzibar is also known as\u00a0\u201cSpice Island\u201d.<\/p>\n
8) The Old Fort \u2013 One of the oldest buildings in Stone Town. Its located on the seafront, it was built\u00a0in the 17th century. You can shop local produce in the courtyard.<\/p>\n
9) House of Wonders \u2013 A historical building in Stone Town where exhibitions are held about the\u00a0Zanzibari and Swahili culture. It\u2019s the tallest building just opposite the seafront.<\/p>\n
10) Jozani Forest \u2013 This is one of the last indigenous forests left in Zanzibar. You can reach by bus or\u00a0hire a taxi. It is famous for the red Colobus monkey. Its spread in an area of 2512 hectares. A\u00a0wonderful experience for sightseeing and photography.<\/p>\n
11) Mnemba Atoll \u2013 A $25 ride on a slow sailing Dhow boat, a trip which you will never forget. This\u00a0place is the perfect destination for snorkeling enthusiasts which hosts many species of fish like\u00a0barracuda, eels, snappers etc.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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