Tongoni Ruins, Archaeological ruins in Tanga, Tanzania
The site contains forty standing tombs and a mosque occupying one-third hectare along the Indian Ocean, surrounded by baobab trees and mangroves.
The structures at Tongoni were constructed during the 14th and 15th centuries when the area functioned as a prosperous Swahili trading center.
Local residents maintain spiritual connections with the site by conducting burial ceremonies near the historical tombs, preserving ancestral traditions.
Located 21 kilometers south of Tanga City, visitors can reach the ruins by following the Tanga-Pangani road while exploring the coastal landscape.
Researchers have documented 7000 locally produced ceramic pieces at the site, indicating extensive trade connections across the Indian Ocean region.
Location: Tanga
Location: Tanga
GPS coordinates: -6.38330,39.55000
Latest update: March 4, 2025 00:21
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