Interesting facts about Zanzibar

Zanzibar is known as a place for relaxation and adventure. We offer a closer look at this amazing country.

1. Freddie Mercury
In the UK, the leader of the legendary rock band Queen, Freddie Mercury was often called "the first Asian rock star", because he was born in Stone Town and all of its early years spent on the island and in India.





2. Climate
Due to its proximity to the equator, Zanzibar throughout the year is maintained warm climate, which is combined with a strong sea breeze makes it an ideal place to relax.



3. Archipelago
Zanzibar is an archipelago, which consists of two main islands of Unguja and Pemba, as well as numerous smaller islands.



4. Basic earnings
Zanzibar's economy depends on tourism, raffia and island spices. It is famous for its cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon and black pepper.



5. Name
Translated from Persian Zenj means black and Bar - Beach. Zanzibar is the word translated as "land of black people».



6. Colobus
It is home to colobus monkeys. Only on the island of Unguja, there are about 3 thousand individuals.



7. Arabs
Under the strong influence of the Arab population of the archipelago mainly preaches Islam.



8. Events
The main event is considered to Zanzibar Zanzibar International Film Festival, which is considered the biggest event in East Africa. During the event each year distributed 12 international awards.



9. Television
In 1974, it Zanzibar became the first African territory, where they could see the color TV. With regard to television services in mainland Tanzania, they began to be granted only in 1994.