Portuguese Chapel
4.2(287 reviews)
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East Africa's first Catholic chapel, built in 1502, with a small cemetery and Vasco da Gama history. It's a quick visit but full of historical weight. Go if you're in Malindi and want context on early coastal history.
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Portuguese Chapel is located at Q4HG+4HM, Silversand Road, Malindi, Kenya, Malindi Town, Malindi.
Portuguese Chapel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 287 reviews.
