Trou du prophète, Sacred water site in Mitsamiouli, Comoros.
Trou du prophète is a water-filled crater nestled along the coastline of Mitsamiouli, surrounded by fruit trees and natural rock formations. The crater sits within a landscape of volcanic rock formations that create a natural basin holding the water.
The site took its name from a belief that Prophet Muhammad appeared at this location. This religious connection shaped how the place became significant in the local community.
Local stories tell of a village that vanished beneath the water, said to have refused hospitality to a traveler. People still connect this tale to the place and the values it represents today.
The site is reached via a coastal road passing through volcanic formations, with parking available near Hotel Maludja. Visit during daylight hours to best see the landscape and rock formations around the water.
A natural water reservoir formed inside a giant baobab tree within the crater itself. Fishing boats line the adjacent beach, connecting the sacred site to the daily rhythm of coastal life.
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