Bagamoyo

June 12, 2019

Bagamoyo is a centre for dhow sailboat building on Tanzanian coast. A quiet place with a few German colonial buildings  still standing. During most of history, Bagamoyo has been  far important than Dar, But in  the last century it has become a set of decaying ruins.  The town was originally the mainland terminus for the slave trade routes. In Swahili language, , Bagamoyo  means ‘lay down your heart’ it was here that those slaves who survived the three to six months walk from the interior , usually carrying ivory , eventually gave up all hope of freedom and returning  to their people.

Activities

City tours , Kaole ruins and tombs , Old German forties, the Anglican church.

Location

Located at north eastern part from the city of Dar Es salaam , about  30km away.

Best time to visit

Throughout the year

Accommodation

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