Mombasa Old Town

Mombasa is an island connected to the mainland by bridges and ferries with heavy commercial activities at the port of Mombasa. Mombasa Old Town is part of Mombasa that had heavy influence of Arab traders who settled there influencing the town and its culture including the architecture of the buildings and the Swahili language which comprises of Arabic phrases, spices and dialects.

Why the name Old Town?

The name Old Town materializes as a result of its ancient buildings with carved doors and balconies, curio shops that sell antique, extraordinary art designs, Kenyan souvenirs, heavy smell of spices, Mosques, Hindu Temples and Christian churches. To explore Old Town there are experienced guide who give a tour on foot as the streets are narrow to accommodate vehicles. The town has Arab inhabitants who originate from their forefathers who mingled with the local people. Another thing you will notice is Fort Jesus located just near where the town starts hence you will find majority of the tourists take a complete tour of Fort Jesus and Old Town in the same day.

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