on the island of Lamu
May 3rd 2009 (Ruta writing) I was not prepared for the beautiful Indian ocean beaches on the eastern coast of Kenya. Near the Somali border is the capticating town of Lamu. Because the town has preserved its Swahili and Arab culture and architecture so well, it is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walking through the incredibly narrow streets, as tourist guides promise, it does feel that you are in
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