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Medieval Swahili settlement and island in Tanga Region From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Yambe Island (Swahili Kisiwa cha Yambe) is protected, uninhabited historic island located directly east of the city of Tanga in Tanga District of Tanga Region in Tanzania. It is the largest island in Tanga region. It is located entirely with the Tanga Coelacanth Marine Park (TCMP). The island is administered by Tanzania Marine Parks and Reserves.[2] The island is also home to medieval Swahili ruins that have yet to be excavated.[3]
Kisiwa Kale cha Yambe | |
Location | Tanga District, Tanga Region, Tanzania |
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Coordinates | 5°6′50.04″S 39°9′34.56″E |
Type | Settlement |
Part of | Swahili Culture |
History | |
Material | Coral rag |
Founded | 10th century AD |
Abandoned | unknown |
Cultures | Swahili |
Site notes | |
Excavation dates | none |
Condition | Endangered |
Ownership | Tanzanian Government |
Management | Antiquities Division, Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism [1] |
Public access | Yes |
Official name | Yambe Historic Settlement |
Type | Cultural |
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