Kaya Kinondo, Diani — Travelrags

National GeographicSep 8

Uncover the spiritual side of Kenya’s coastline — from ancient forests and coral reefs to one of East Africa’s oldest Swahili settlements.

Sacred grove open to travelers via community ecotourism project

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Kaya KinondoAttractionSacred grove open to travelers via community ecotourism project
Elsewhere
Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National ParkSightWatamu, KenyaMarine protected area with coral reefs and turtle nesting sites
Watamu Marine National ParkSightWatamu, KenyaEstablished in 1968, it was one of Kenya's first marine parks.
Malindi Marine National ParkSightMalindi, KenyaIt is claimed to be the oldest marine park in Africa.
Local OceanPlaceWatamu, KenyaNot-for-profit organization involved in turtle nesting patrols
Lamu ArchipelagoRestaurantLamu, KenyaRemote islands with a historic Swahili settlement
Swahili House MuseumMuseumLamu, KenyaModest space in a 18th-century house with decorative niches
Habib Swaleh's tombSightLamu, KenyaModest tomb visited by pilgrims year-round
Reefo DiversPlaceWatamu, Kenya
Mombasa Marine National ParkSightMombasa, Kenya
Riyadha MosquePlace of worshipLamu, Kenya

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