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Dhow sailing on the Indian Ocean

Indian Ocean

If you holiday in Zanzibar you will paddle in its turquoise waters, but the Indian Ocean runs deep in terms of culture and history

Zanzibar 'kofia' - hats traditionally worn by the men

Top 10 tips for Ramadan in Zanzibar

Ramadan is a holy month for Muslims, and falls during high season this year - so how can travellers experience the best of this month?

Stone Town scene

A secret Stone Town

Zanzibar icons like the House of Wonders and the Old Fort should not be missed, but leave time to get lost and find Stone Town's secrets

Eid at Zanzibar's Forodhani Gardens

Eid in Zanzibar

At the end of Ramadan and a month of fasting, Zanzibaris come out to celebrate Siku Kuu in style

Zanzibar door

The doors

The doors of Zanzibar embody a wealth of symbolic meaning and history if you know how to interpret them

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