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House of Wonders (Beit-el-Ajaib)
Admire colonial and fin-de-siècle architecture at House of Wonders (Beit-el-Ajaib), a landmark building in Stone Town. Built in 1883 as a modern lavish palace for a pro-British sultan and slave trader, this extravagant building was the first in Zanzibar to have electricity and running water. Today, it houses a museum of local heritage. Learn about the culture of coastal and inland Swahili tribes, browsing through a collection of artifacts and photographs, and explore restored period rooms. Don't miss the highlight, a large mtepe, or traditional Swahili boat. Check out the cannons in the yard, and get a great view of the port and a historic fort. Put House of Wonders (Beit-el-Ajaib) at the forefront of your travel plans using our Zanzibar City tour builder app.
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House of Wonders (Beit-el-Ajaib) reviews
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The first thing to attract you when you visit The House of Wonders is the large cannon at the entrance in Stone Town, Zanzibar. It is Arabic word: Bait Al Ajaieb. Short visit is enough because it’s..... more
The first thing to attract you when you visit The House of Wonders is the large cannon at the entrance in Stone Town, Zanzibar. It is Arabic word: Bait Al Ajaieb. Short visit is enough because it’s..... more »
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Why are people copying old photos for current reviews? This is what is looks like in September 2022. Closed for the last four years at least, and judging by the amount of work to be done, will...
Why are people copying old photos for current reviews? This is what is looks like in September 2022. Closed for the last four years at least, and judging by the amount of work to be done, will... more »
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Historical wonders….with so much more to learn about the past!
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Nice house but currently under construction
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