Mombasa: Fort Jesus, Old Town, and Spice Market Tour
ID: GYG1124421-1725807
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Land: Kenia
Duur:
04:00 uren
Beschrijving
Discover the history and culture of Mombasa on a guided tour. Visit Fort Jesus, explore the Spice Market, and see the Bombolulu Workshop and Cultural Centre.
Begin your tour at Fort Jesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn about its history as a Portuguese fort built to protect trade routes to India. Discover how it changed hands over the centuries, from Portuguese to Omani Arabs, and later to the British, before becoming a colonial prison.
Next, explore Old Town, the historic heart of Mombasa. Wander through narrow streets lined with Swahili, Arab, Asian, and European architecture. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of this living museum, where cultures blend seamlessly.
Continue to the Spice Market, a bustling hub of activity. Experience the sights and scents of spices that have been traded here for centuries. Learn about the market’s role in Mombasa’s Swahili, Arab, and Indian heritage.
Finally, visit the Bombolulu Workshop and Cultural Centre. Discover the creativity and talent of people with disabilities in Kenya. See how art, culture, and social empowerment come together in this inspiring and educational attraction.
Hoogtepunten
- Immerse yourself in the history of Fort Jesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Explore the vibrant Spice Market and discover its rich cultural heritage
- Visit the Bombolulu Workshop and Cultural Centre to see local crafts
- Stroll through the historic streets of Old Town and admire its architecture
- Learn about the city’s Swahili, Arab, Asian, and European influences
Talen
BELANGRIJKE INFORMATIE
Fort Jesus was constructed by the Portuguese in 1593 to protect their trade route to India.
Old Town is a living museum showcasing Swahili, Arab, Asian, and European influences.
The Spice Market reflects the city's Swahili, Arab, and Indian heritage.
Bombolulu Workshop and Cultural Centre showcases the creativity of people with disabilities in Kenya.
INCLUDED
- Visit to Fort Jesus
- Tour of Old Town Mombasa
- Visit to Spice Market
- Visit to Bombolulu Workshop and Cultural Centre
Wanneer moet ik boeken?
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Annuleringen
Deze excursie kunt u kosteloos annuleren tot: annuleringstijd voor aanvang van de reis. Bij annulering na: annulering na: annuleringstijd of niet aanwezig zijn op de excursie wordt de volledige prijs van de activiteit alsnog in rekening gebracht. Te laat komen bij het ophalen of vertrekken wordt beschouwd als niet komen opdagen.
