Unguja Ukuu, Coastal settlement in Unguja Island, Tanzania
Located on the southeast coast of Unguja Island, Unguja Ukuu features traditional Swahili buildings and connects to natural beaches along the Indian Ocean.
Archaeological findings indicate that Unguja Ukuu functioned as a major trading port during the 9th century, facilitating commerce between East Africa and Arab merchants.
The residents of Unguja Ukuu maintain traditional fishing practices and celebrate local festivals that demonstrate the heritage of Zanzibari coastal communities.
Visitors can reach Unguja Ukuu by taking a 35-kilometer journey from Kisauni Airport, with local transportation options including taxis and shuttle services.
The village contains multiple archaeological sites with coral stone structures and ancient ruins that document centuries of maritime trade and cultural exchange.
GPS coordinates: -6.29870,39.35800
Latest update: March 4, 2025 00:25
Tanzania provides photographers with an extraordinary range of subjects, from the Serengeti plains to Zanzibar's coastline and Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa at 19,341 feet (5,895 meters). The country contains major wildlife reserves including Tarangire, where elephant herds move between baobab trees, and the Ngorongoro Crater, which holds a dense concentration of large mammals within its 100-square-mile (260-square-kilometer) caldera. Coastal regions and offshore islands like Mafia and Pemba offer opportunities to photograph coral reefs, sea turtles, and traditional dhow boats. The Mahale Mountains support habituated chimpanzee groups, while Selous Game Reserve presents riverine landscapes and diverse animal populations. Stone Town's historic quarter features Arab, Persian, and Indian architecture spanning several centuries, including the House of Wonders and the narrow alleys of the former trading port. The less visited Katavi National Park delivers scenes of hundreds of hippos crowding shrinking pools during the dry season. Kondoa rock art sites preserve prehistoric paintings dating back as far as 30,000 years. The active volcano Ol Doinyo Lengai and alkaline Lake Natron with its flamingo flocks add geological interest. From the terraced hillsides of the Usambara Mountains to the wildflower meadows of Kitulo National Park, Tanzania covers nearly every photographic interest.
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