The Historic Town and Archaeological Site of Gedi
The mysterious coral-stone ruins of a lost Swahili town, swallowed by coastal forest in Kenya.
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- July – October (Great Migration), January – March (dry season)
About The Historic Town and Archaeological Site of Gedi
Highlights
- The ruined Great Mosque and palace
- Coral-stone houses in the forest
- Ancient tombs and wells
- Baobabs and forest wildlife
- The site museum
- Birdlife and Sykes' monkeys
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When to visit The Historic Town and Archaeological Site of Gedi
July – October (Great Migration), January – March (dry season)
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