Bagamoyo
This was once another stopping point for caravans on their way to central Tanzania in search of ivory and slaves, it was an important trading port along the east African coast making it one of the centers for colonial predecessors in Tanzania. On the present day, Bagamoyo is part of the coastal region (just out of Dar es salaam) in Tanzania a laid-back town where visitors head to learn colonial day history or relax at its stunning beaches
Things to do in Bagamoyo
Visiting kaole ruins;
A small town and archaeological site three miles east of Bagamoyo. The area contains old stone ruins dating to a period between the 13th and 16th centuries. The site consists of two mosques and 30 tombs. The tombs were built from coral stones with stone pillars that marked some of the tombs. According to local tradition, some of the tombs are the graves of local rulers. A small museum has been established, exhibiting some artifacts that were found in the ruins. Some of these artifacts are Chinese, evidence of ancient commercial relationships.
Visiting Bagamoyo museum;
A small museum telling the history of the slave trade and the first mission to East Africa. Best place in Bagamoyo for this info, and should be seen together with the Caravan Seray.
Visiting the Old Boma;
Was built and used by the Germans as their state house and leader’s residence at the end of the 19th Century before being moved to Dar es Salaam. The same building was used by the British as offices after World War One when the Germans lost the war. After Independence, it was under the Government of Tanzania before being turned into a historical building.
Relaxing at the beach;
Having beautiful remote beaches is a great alternative to spending your beach day in Dar es Salaam.
Getting to Bagamoyo;
Being just out of Dar es Salaam (1-hour drive) you can take a taxi or bus to Bagamoyo (a taxi is more advisable). From elsewhere you can take a bus to Dar es Salaam and then Bagamoyo (from the northern regions you can drop on the way as it is a stop before Dar es salaam).
