In fact, in the first century AD, the author of “The Eritrean Sea Periplus” has mentioned the presence of a trading center called Rhapta in the northeastern section of Tanzania. Actually, there is significant evidence that this ancient city was, or even around, the city of Pangani.

Many factors contributed to the popularity of this wonderful region commonly explored by large numbers of tourists who spend their holidays in Tanzania. Travelers can easily access the area as they can use a car or a bus ride to easily reach the entire region within half a day from Dar El Salam, the capital of Tanzania. This is in addition to a large network of local roads and routes that are in good condition.

Travelers touring Tanzania would enjoy an uncrowded environment as the area has ample land area to accommodate any number of visitors.

Among the most famous activities for tourists traveling to Tanzania to carry out in the northeastern part of the country is visiting the ancient historical sites of Kaole, Tongoni, or visiting the city of Bagamoyo. This is in addition to the amazing sandy beaches around the Saadani area.

The area is also home to the only coastal national park in the country that welcomes hundreds of tourists traveling to Tanzania. Travelers can also explore the Mkomazi Game Reserve for lots of fun.

One of the important cities in the northeastern section of Tanzania is Bagamoyo. During the 19th and early 20th centuries, the city’s harbor was one of the busiest transit points for Lake Tanganyika trade caravans with the trading sections located on the waterfront. Traded goods included ivory, slaves, salt, some spices, and many other products.

Bagamoyo in the late 19th century was home to one of the largest shelters for ransomed slaves in East Africa, Freedom Village which was established by French missionaries. In fact, the city functioned as an important transit point for missionaries from different parts of Europe.

From 1887 to 1891, Bagamoyo became the capital of the German colony in East Africa. The city also witnessed the first real uprising by Africans against Western colonization in 1891. This was the main reason for moving the capital from Bagamoyo to Dar El Salam that same year. Today many Europeans visit the city as part of their holidays in Tanzania.

Today, Bagamoyo is famous for its German-style architecture, such as the German Boma and Liku House, which was the seat of the German authorities in the city. Tourists traveling to Tanzania can still explore the remains of these impressive constructions.

Tourists traveling to Tanzania and visiting Bagamoyo should also explore the town’s fish market to enjoy delicious fresh fish dishes at one of the local restaurants dotted around the market. This adds up to some amazing fresh juices.

One of the attractions of the city of Bagamoyo is the Catholic Mission of the Holy Spirit that houses an interesting museum. Dating back to the late 19th century, the museum illustrates the history and history of the slaves in the area and how they fought to gain their freedom. The museum is highly recommended for tourists spending their holidays in Tanzania.