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House of Wonders
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Zanzibar Cannons
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Shiv Shakti Hindu Temple
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Princess Salme Museum
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The Silk Route
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Zenji Food Lovers Joint
R5QR+J58, Hurumzi St, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Night Food Market
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Krishna Food House
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Lukmaan Restaurant
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The 5th Restaurant
213/214 Hurumzi St, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Ocean Grill Stone Town Beach
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Out of Afrika
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Tembo House Hotel
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Antonio Garden Hotel
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Freddie Mercury's House In Zanzibar
Kenyatta Road Zanzibar TZ, 0000, Tanzania
BOTTOMS UP
222 Hurumzi St, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Sharazad Wonders Boutique Hotel
351, 352 Gizenga St, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Zanzibar Coffee House
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House of Wonders

R5QQ+JR, Sokoku St, Zanzibar, Tanzania
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attractions: Old Fort, The Forodhani of Zanzibar, People's Palace Museum, Freddie Mercury Museum, Saint Joseph's Cathedral, Sunset jump spot, aromas of zanzibar, Zanzibar Cannons, Shiv Shakti Hindu Temple, Princess Salme Museum, restaurants: Cape Town Fish Market Zanzibar, Harbour Indian Kitchen by Chili & Lime, The Silk Route, Zenji Food Lovers Joint, Night Food Market, Krishna Food House, Lukmaan Restaurant, The 5th Restaurant, Ocean Grill Stone Town Beach, Out of Afrika
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Nearby attractions of House of Wonders

Old Fort

The Forodhani of Zanzibar

People's Palace Museum

Freddie Mercury Museum

Saint Joseph's Cathedral

Sunset jump spot

aromas of zanzibar

Zanzibar Cannons

Shiv Shakti Hindu Temple

Princess Salme Museum

Old Fort

Old Fort

4.3

(2.1K)

Open 24 hours
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The Forodhani of Zanzibar

The Forodhani of Zanzibar

4.4

(438)

Open 24 hours
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People's Palace Museum

People's Palace Museum

4.0

(195)

Open 24 hours
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Freddie Mercury Museum

Freddie Mercury Museum

4.0

(410)

Closed
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Things to do nearby

Step into the heart of Stone Town
Step into the heart of Stone Town
Sat, Dec 6 • 9:30 AM
Zanzibar, Mjini Magharibi Region 00000, Tanzania
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Zanzibar Spice Tour & Cooking Class
Zanzibar Spice Tour & Cooking Class
Sat, Dec 6 • 9:00 AM
Zanzibar, Mjini Magharibi Region 11000, Tanzania
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Explore intangible cultural history
Explore intangible cultural history
Sat, Dec 6 • 9:00 AM
Zanzibar, Mjini Magharibi Region -, Tanzania
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Nearby restaurants of House of Wonders

Cape Town Fish Market Zanzibar

Harbour Indian Kitchen by Chili & Lime

The Silk Route

Zenji Food Lovers Joint

Night Food Market

Krishna Food House

Lukmaan Restaurant

The 5th Restaurant

Ocean Grill Stone Town Beach

Out of Afrika

Cape Town Fish Market Zanzibar

Cape Town Fish Market Zanzibar

4.4

(1.5K)

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Harbour Indian Kitchen by Chili & Lime

Harbour Indian Kitchen by Chili & Lime

4.6

(290)

$$

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The Silk Route

The Silk Route

4.0

(422)

Open until 11:30 PM
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Zenji Food Lovers Joint

Zenji Food Lovers Joint

4.0

(109)

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House of Wonders (Beit-al-Ajaib)

History Built in 1883 by Sultan Bargash bin Said Served as a palace and a repository for Zanzibar's treasures Damaged by British warship HMS Philomel in 1896 Restored in 2010-2012

Attractions for Tourists Exhibition halls: Showcasing Zanzibar's history, culture, and natural environment Historic artifacts: Including furniture, jewelry, and other relics from the palace Zanzibar's oldest elevator: Built in 1883, it's one of the oldest in Africa Panoramic views: Of Stone Town and the harbor from the top floor

Food and Beverages Traditional Zanzibari cuisine: Including dishes like urojo (a spicy soup), mandazi (fried doughnuts), and chapati (flatbread) Seafood: Fresh catches from the Indian Ocean, often served grilled or in curries Local fruits: Like mangoes, coconuts, and pineapples Coffee and tea: Served in traditional cafes and restaurants

Tips for Visitors Dress modestly: Respect local customs and traditions Remove shoes: When entering the palace or mosques Respect local rules: No photography in certain areas, and no touching of artifacts Haggle politely: When shopping in local markets

The House of Wonders is a must-visit attraction in Stone Town, Zanzibar. Its rich history, cultural significance, and stunning architecture make it an...

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|The House of Wonders was once the most modern building in East Africa—it was the first building to have electricity and an elevator—and it mixes elements of European style and Zanzibari tradition by including cast iron columns, elaborate door carvings, coral rag, open central courtyards, and mangrove ceilings that together form a truly unique architectural achievement. Just next to it is the Palace Museum, built by the second sultan of Zanzibar in 1883, which is an opulent palace comprised of beautiful marble flooring, coral stone walls, and silver decorations. The palace was built in the Omani style as an extravagant Arab mansion, and holds many relics that offer a rare glimpse of a past era. The House of Wonders and Palace Museum have been converted into popular cultural destinations; the House of Wonders presents exhibitions dedicated to Swahili culture and the Palace Museum highlights its ties to Zanzibar's Omani history. |

Location: Unguja Island, Zanzibar city Tanzania.

#Tanzania #songosongoisland #fanjove #kilwa #lindi #fanjoveprivateisland #zanzibar #daresalaam #canoneos #5dsr #holiday #traveling #travelphotography #travel #sunset #sunrise #houseofwonder #unguja #ungujaIsland #pembaisland #SaadaniNationalPark...

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الشواهد على التاريخ العُماني في شرق إفريقيا، كثيرةُ وعديدة ، أبرزها “بيت العجائب” الذي يُعد من المعالم البارزة في مدينة زنجبار الحجرية في تنزانيا المدرجة في قائمة التراث العالمي ليونسكو منذ عام 2000.

عندما افتتاح قصر العجائب عام 1883م كان أحدث مبنى فى شرق إفريقيا، فقد سمي بهذا الاسم الفخم، لأنه كان الأول فى المنطقة الذى لديه كهرباء ومصعد، فمع الكهرباء والمصعد والمياه الجارية، كان هذا المبنى المدرج فى قائمة اليونسكو هو أحدث مبنى فى شرق إفريقيا عندما تم الانتهاء منه فى عام 1883.

وقصر العجائب بناه السلطان برغش بن سعيد بن سلطان ثاني سلاطين زنجبار في عام 1883م، وهو قصر فخم يتألف من أرضيات رخامية جميلة وجدران حجرية مرجانية وزخارف فضية، ولقد تم بناء القصر على الطراز العماني كقصر عربي فخم، ويحتوي على العديد من الآثار التي تقدم لمحة نادرة عن حقبة تاريخية ماضية، وإن قصر العجائب في زنجبار كان في يوم من الأيام أكثر المباني حداثة في شرق قارة إفريقيا، وكان أول مبنى في أفريقيا يوجد به كهرباء ومصعد كهربائي، وهذا القصر يمزج بين عناصر من الطراز الأوروبي والتقاليد الزنجبارية، وذلك من خلال تضمين أعمدة القصر من حديد الزهر ونقوش باب متقنة، وخرقة مرجانية، وفتحة الساحات المركزية، وسقوف المنغروف، والتي تشكل معاً إنجازاً معمارياً فريداً ، ويتزين المبنى بالكثير من النقوش القرآنية سواءً في أبوابه أو سقوفه.

وتذكر المصادر أن الباب الواسع لمدخل القصر كان من أجل دخول الفيلة إلى بهو القصر الرئيسي.

واتخذ السلطان برغش بيت العجائب بيتاً له قبل أن يتحول إلى قصر للتشريفات والاستقبالات الرسمية، بحسب وكالة الأنباء العمانية، واعتمدت مواد البناء المستخدمة فيه على المواد الخرسانية والفولاذ، ودخل المرجان أيضاً في استخدامات البناء، وهو واحد من ستة قصور بناها برغش بن سعيد، سلطان زنجبار الثاني، ويقال إنه يقع في موقع قصر الملكة الزنجبارية فطومة في القرن السابع عشر الميلادي.

لم يبق بيت العجائب قصراً، إذ أنه تحول إلى مبنى حكومي ومكتب للأمانة العامة للحكومة البريطانية في زنجبار في عام 1911، ثم تحول إلى مدرسة بعد عام 1964، ثم إلى متحف للحزب الأفرو-شيرازي، وقامت كوريا الشمالية بدعم تحويله لمتحف في تلك المرحلة، بحسب الوكالة، وهو يعمل كمتحف الآن ، ويعتبر وجهة ثقافية شهيرة، حيث يقدم المتحف معارض مخصصة للثقافة السواحيلية، كما ويبرز متحف القصر روابطه بالتاريخ العماني لزنجبار .

وانهار جزء من هذا المبنى التاريخي في نهاية عام 2020م ، وتمول سلطنة عُمان ترميم “بيت العجائب” في أعمال تستغرق 15 شهراً، وتكلف 6 ملايين دولار.. رغم أن المبنى لا يتواجد في عُمان إلا أن هذه الأيقونة العجيبة إرث عُماني تؤكد على الوجود العماني بشرق أفريقيا، حيث كانت زنجبار في يوم من الأيام عاصمة ثانية للإمبراطورية العمانية التي بسطت نفوذها على سواحل شرق أفريقيا، وأجزاء كبيرة من...

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|The House of Wonders was once the most modern building in East Africa—it was the first building to have electricity and an elevator—and it mixes elements of European style and Zanzibari tradition by including cast iron columns, elaborate door carvings, coral rag, open central courtyards, and mangrove ceilings that together form a truly unique architectural achievement. Just next to it is the Palace Museum, built by the second sultan of Zanzibar in 1883, which is an opulent palace comprised of beautiful marble flooring, coral stone walls, and silver decorations. The palace was built in the Omani style as an extravagant Arab mansion, and holds many relics that offer a rare glimpse of a past era. The House of Wonders and Palace Museum have been converted into popular cultural destinations; the House of Wonders presents exhibitions dedicated to Swahili culture and the Palace Museum highlights its ties to Zanzibar's Omani history. | Location: Unguja Island, Zanzibar city Tanzania. #Tanzania #songosongoisland #fanjove #kilwa #lindi #fanjoveprivateisland #zanzibar #daresalaam #canoneos #5dsr #holiday #traveling #travelphotography #travel #sunset #sunrise #houseofwonder #unguja #ungujaIsland #pembaisland #SaadaniNationalPark #SaadaniSafariLodge
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Palace Museum not sure if knows as House of Wonders holds the richest history's of Zanzibar in a political and historical Sense It has well reserved treaties and original painted antiques of the sultans and the queen which were given as gifts by various famous Austrian Artist and have been in place since 1800's till date hence if you planning your trip to the beautiful island of Zanzibar be sure to be able to visit the Palace museum just next to the ferry and can be seen on your entry to stone town via the ferry as well. Has a perfect view of all the four islands next to it,Prison Island being the most famous of all.
Chris BowlesChris Bowles
The House of Wonders has unfortunately seen better days it is now in desperate need of repair and lightbulbs. Many exhibits and some of the upper corridors are very poorly lit. It's still worth a visit if only for the experience of pushing open the biggest set of doors you'll ever step through. Also right outside is a guy selling cold drinks who I bargained the hire of his bicycle for $5 for an hour, an excellent way to look around the town.
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|The House of Wonders was once the most modern building in East Africa—it was the first building to have electricity and an elevator—and it mixes elements of European style and Zanzibari tradition by including cast iron columns, elaborate door carvings, coral rag, open central courtyards, and mangrove ceilings that together form a truly unique architectural achievement. Just next to it is the Palace Museum, built by the second sultan of Zanzibar in 1883, which is an opulent palace comprised of beautiful marble flooring, coral stone walls, and silver decorations. The palace was built in the Omani style as an extravagant Arab mansion, and holds many relics that offer a rare glimpse of a past era. The House of Wonders and Palace Museum have been converted into popular cultural destinations; the House of Wonders presents exhibitions dedicated to Swahili culture and the Palace Museum highlights its ties to Zanzibar's Omani history. | Location: Unguja Island, Zanzibar city Tanzania. #Tanzania #songosongoisland #fanjove #kilwa #lindi #fanjoveprivateisland #zanzibar #daresalaam #canoneos #5dsr #holiday #traveling #travelphotography #travel #sunset #sunrise #houseofwonder #unguja #ungujaIsland #pembaisland #SaadaniNationalPark #SaadaniSafariLodge
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Palace Museum not sure if knows as House of Wonders holds the richest history's of Zanzibar in a political and historical Sense It has well reserved treaties and original painted antiques of the sultans and the queen which were given as gifts by various famous Austrian Artist and have been in place since 1800's till date hence if you planning your trip to the beautiful island of Zanzibar be sure to be able to visit the Palace museum just next to the ferry and can be seen on your entry to stone town via the ferry as well. Has a perfect view of all the four islands next to it,Prison Island being the most famous of all.
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The House of Wonders has unfortunately seen better days it is now in desperate need of repair and lightbulbs. Many exhibits and some of the upper corridors are very poorly lit. It's still worth a visit if only for the experience of pushing open the biggest set of doors you'll ever step through. Also right outside is a guy selling cold drinks who I bargained the hire of his bicycle for $5 for an hour, an excellent way to look around the town.
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