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Although Mombasa's history goes back centuries, most of the houses in Old Town are generally no more than 100 years old.
Nevertheless, many of these buildings were modeled on ancient Swahili designs and feature intricately carved doors and door frames.
The Muslim influence can also be seen in the construction of balconies, their support brackets, and detailed lattice work.
This area of Mombasa is well worth exploring walking guides are readily available. The modern center of Mombasa is the intersection of four major thoroughfares: Moi Avenue, Nyerere Road, Nkrumah Road, and |
Digo Road.
Moi Avenue provides the most interesting opportunity for exploration as it is lined with a double row of souvenir shops and stalls.
The city's most famous land mark is also located here: two pairs of crossed tusks created as a ceremonial arch to commemorate the coronation of Elizabeth II in 1953.
Treasury Square remains the administrative center of Mombasa and features old colonial buildings, the historic town hall, and a charming garden square.
Bamburi Nature Trail and Malindi Tour
Mamba Village and Deep Sea Fishing
Tamarind Dhow Cruise, Pemba Island Diving and Wasini Island Dhow
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