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- Tanzania
- Kilwa Kisiwani and Songo Mnara
Kilwa Kisiwani and Songo Mnara
The small islands of Kilwa Kisiwani and Songo Mnara, just off
the southernmost section of Tanzania, are home to some of the most
impressive ruins in eastern Africa. The islands were used as bases
for trading luxury goods like gold, silver, ivory and pearls from
the 13th to the 16th century, and the region's Muslim heritage is
displayed in the many mosques, palaces, forts and tombs found
there. Nearby on the mainland, Kilwa Masoko has a few resorts that
make a good base for visiting the islands, which are UNESCO World
Heritage Sites.
Information & Facts
Language
Swahili and English are the official languages. Several
indigenous languages are also spoken.
Money
The official unit of currency is the Tanzanian shilling (TZS),
divided into 100 cents. The tourism industry prices everything in
US Dollars and they are the preferred unit of currency. Major
currencies can be exchanged in the larger towns. Foreign exchange
bureaux in the main towns usually offer a better rate on travellers
cheques than do the banks. ATMs are available in major cities only.
Major lodges, some hotels and travel agents in urban areas accept
credit cards, but these should not be relied on and can incur a 10%
surcharge.
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