Lamu

UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Lamu

1 UNESCO World Heritage Sites are in or near Lamu.

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UNESCO sites in Lamu

  • Lamu Old TownCultural · 2001 · 6 km

    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 f…

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How many UNESCO sites are there in Lamu?
1 World Heritage Sites are recognised near Lamu.
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Sources: Site list: UNESCO World Heritage List (CC BY-SA 4.0)