Pangani Cultural Tour
Historical walking tour: In Pangani, town elders, serve as knowledgeable guides who can
impart their vast understanding of Pangani history and culture as they lead you through
Pangani town. In 1810, the Arabs constructed the Central Boma building and buried live
humans at each pillar in belief that a strong foundation would be formed. Later, German
administration used the establishment as a Colonial District office and added a European
style roof giving the building a unique appearance. The intricate carved doors and
foundation still remain strong and is now used as the District Commissioner’s Office.
Starting from the British Overseas Management Administration (BOMA), guided walks will
lead to numerous historical monuments which Pangani is endowed with.
Tours include visits to the original slave depots and slave market where Arabs traded
slaves to India and Arabia, the freedom grounds, Islamic and German graves, ancient
mosques and traditional houses will give tourists good insight into the fifteenth and
sixteenth century history and culture of Pangani town. Meanwhile artisans proudly
display the rich culture and tradition as visits to woodcarvers, basket weavers, carpet
makers, and painters will attest.Coconut Sunset Cruise: Coconut farming is a major
income activity in the Pangani area as the vast coconut plantations in the area provide
Tanzania with over 50 percent of coconuts. Starting nearby the port, a large team of 40
to 50 workers dehusk and haul giant mounds of coconuts which are transported by road to
Dar es Salaam and other Inland Market Centers.!
