Mombasa Old Town
Mombasa Old Town is part of the Tentative list of Kenya in order to qualify for inclusion in the World Heritage List.
Mombasa Old Town comprises a group of historical buildings dating from the 18th century which combines, African, Arabic and European influences. It was a main centre for trade between Africa and the Arab World, with trade routes even going as far as India and China. At different points in history, Mombasa was ruled by the Portuguese, Arabs and British. The WHS of Fort Jesus is located in the Old Town.
Map of Mombasa Old Town
Load mapThe coordinates shown for all tentative sites were produced as a community effort. They are not official and may change on inscription.
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- Full Name
- Mombasa Old Town
- Country
- Kenya
- Added
- 1997
- Type
- Cultural
- Categories
- Urban landscape - African
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Site History
1997 Added to Tentative List
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