Wealth of history in its walls built by the Sultan of Oman in the 19th century. Fascinating to learn about coastal cultures and Swahili history, though it needs updating and better maintenance.
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Very difficult to buy a ticket through ecitizen. Fort is neglected. Contents of history of Lamu and Swahili culture is interesting but in dire need of modernization. Library appears indefinitely close...
Lamu Fort has a wealth of history residing in its walls and lines. Built by the Sultan of Oman in the second decade at the start of the 19th century, it served to protect Lamu from invaders after the...
It reassembles Fort Jesus in Mombasa save for size. The Mombasa one is much larger. The writings indicate that it was built by the Oman Arabs to counter military attacks coming from the East. It encom...
Its very educational on the history of lamu. The view from the top is the best part for me.
Situated at the heart of Lamu, the fort is a good place to experience the lifestyle and learn about the history of Lamu and its people. The good news is that once you pay the entrance fee, you can use...
