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Fort Jesus
Mombasa, KenyaAbout Fort Jesus
A Portuguese fort built in the 1590s to guard Mombasa's harbour, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its walls, bastions and museum tell the story of centuries of struggle between Portuguese, Omani and British powers over the Swahili coast. Visit in the morning, then wander the narrow lanes of the Old Town next door.
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📍Nkrumah Road, Old Town, Mombasa, Kenya
Why it works for solo travelers
- ✓ Comfortable to visit on your own.
- ✓ Mid-range ($$).
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