Lamu or Lamu Town is a small town on Lamu Island, which in turn is a part of the Lamu Archipelago in Kenya. Situated 341 kilometres (212 mi) by road northeast of Mombasa that ends at Mokowe Jetty, from where the sea channel has to be crossed to reach Lamu Island, it is the headquarter of Lamu County and a UNESCO World Heritage Site .

2023年1月29日 · Situated off the eastern coast of Kenya, the old city of Lamu, with its narrow alleys, old mosques and coral-stone houses with white-washed façades, is the quintessential Swahili city. Lamu was a Janus-faced city, mediating economic and social interactions between the African mainland and the Indian Ocean world.

Lamu Island is a port, city, and island just off the shore of Kenya in the Indian Ocean approximately 150 miles from Mombasa. It is a part of the East African country of Kenya. [1] Lamu was founded in the 12th century. [2]

Lamu City. City Lamu small town is located in the Lamu island in the archipelago of Kenya, was established in 1370 AD, one of the oldest towns of Kenya inhabited, and there is where the overall leadership of the province of Lamu, is the city of Lamu settlements located on the eastern shores of the African continent, is also a World Heritage ...

2021年6月16日 · Lamu Old Town in Kenya is a UNESCO World Heritage site, renowned for being one of the oldest towns in Kenya and an extremely well-preserved Swahili settlement. Based on the island of Lamu off the coast of mainland Kenya, Lamu Old Town was once a central trading area dating back to at least the twelfth century. History of Lamu Old Town

2018年2月2日 · Established in 1370 as one of the original Swahili settlements, the charming town of Lamu in Kenya is one of Africa’s oldest and most authentic places. The chaotic narrow streets pulse with life, in a laid-back way, while the historic sights and rich aromas of spices transport you back to a time when the Portuguese, British and Omanis fought ...

Located on an island by the same name, Lamu Old Town occupying 16 hectares is a living town with a history dating back to over 700 hundred years. It was inscribed on the World Heritage List in 2001 under criteria (ii) (iv) and (vi).

Lamu Old Town is the oldest and best-preserved Swahili settlement in East Africa, retaining its traditional functions. Built in coral stone and mangrove timber, the town is characterized by the simplicity of structural forms enriched by such features as inner courtyards, verandas, and elaborately carved wooden doors.

Location and Values: Lamu Old Town is the oldest and best preserved Swahili settlement on the East African coast, located on a small island off the north coast of Kenya, not far from the Somali border. There are no vehicles on the island and goods are still moved through the narrow twisted alleyways of the town by donkey.

Lamu or Lamu Town is a small town on Lamu Island in Kenya. Situated 341 kilometres (212 mi) by road northeast of Mombasa. Lamu Town on Lamu Island is Kenya's oldest continually inhabited town and was one of the original Swahili settlements along coastal East Africa. It is believed to have been established in 1370. [2] .