Zanzibar

Zanzibar

Going for budget holidays in a beautiful place will truly be an excellent vacation for anyone.Visiting a place where you can relieve yourself of the stress brought by the daily grind will surely give you a renewed boost of energy. One of the best destinations for people seeking a fantastic getaway is Zanzibar.Here, you and your loved ones can enjoy the stunning scenery that makes this place such a perfect holiday destination.

The Islands can be well described as the ancient Island at the same time known as the ( SPICE ISLANDS OF ZANZIBAR ) in the Indian Ocean . The clove trees which were introduced to the Island in 19^th century, between 1820 - 1830 proved successful and in short period of time,the Island became an important commercial center internationally.Today there are still large clove trees which perfumes the Island evening breezes,apart from other diferent spices.

Zanzibarand its sister island,Pemba Island Tanzania,lie in the Indian OceanSome 6^oSouth of the Equator and just over 20 miles from the East African Coast. The Island has an area of 640 miles and around its coast the long white sandy beaches slope gently into clear blue water, contrasting well with the abundant greenery of the interior.

History to these Islands - came Sumerians,Assyrians,Hindus,Egyptians,Phoenicians, Portuguese, Arab,Chinese and many others.These came to the Islands in different motives such as missionaries, explorers and traders from this shore the great African explorers as Burton, Stanley, Spike, Vasco Da Gama,Grant and Dr.David Livingstone set out on their journeys of discovery.The Island became the focus and notorious of the slave trade in the 18^thcentury.Even though it was also one time as a Centre for the move slavery abolished.

On the 6^th June 1873 slavery was abolished after Sultan decree and the Slave market was closed The Slave Market was just an open space surrounded by many small houses. After the abolishment of the slave trade,the Anglican Cathedral Church of Christ was built in the same sport. Bishop Edward Steer was the founder and supervising all the work at the Anglican Church.
The Explorer Dr. David Living stone cannot be forgotten in Zanzibar Tanzania History as he play the great deal for the abolishment of the slave trade. He was died at Chitambo Zambia and his heart was buried in Zanzibar while his body sent to Britain (The reason of burry his heart in Africa is that his heart was total loved Africa).

By the middle 19^th century,the Arabs influence was so strong that the Sultan of Oman moved his capital to the Spice Island of Zanzibar Tanzania.In 1890 the Sultanate became a British Protectorate, and in 1964 Zanzibar gained its independence and this was after the blood revolution which was carried by majority of people of Zanzibar on 12^th January 1964.

Though Zanzibar has got it is own President and Government but it is still in the United Republic of Tanzania,The unification was made in 1964 to make United Republic of Tanzania.

Azania Adventure is very delighted to arrange all your trip to the Spice Island of ZANZIBAR. Zanzibar is Still undoubtedly one of the most beautiful islands in the world. Join us on a private tour and let us show you the unique natural beauty of our beaches,the fascinating history and culture of Stone Town, and the wonderful people that make Zanzibar the friendly place that it is.

Azania Adventure is experienced at organising tailor-made holidays to Zanzibar and Tanzania's national parks and reserves.Our knowledgeable staff will be pleased to suggest ideas to complement your own and to organise the most appropriate programme to suit your interests,time and budget.

Hotel reservations and airport transfers are seamlessly taken care of,with excellent hotels and lodges available to suits your taste and budget.

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TOURS AND EXCURSION

Stone town tour
Spice Tour
Jozani Friendly Monkeys Forest
Prison Island & snorkelling Trip
Safari Blue
Dolphins Safari
Long Spice Tour
Mangapwani Slave caves
Zanzibar Traditional/Culture Tour

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ZANZIBAR HOTELS

STONE TOWN HOTELS

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WEST COAST HOTELS