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Christ Church, Zanzibar
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Christ Church Cathedral, commonly known as Christ Church, is an Anglican cathedral in Stone Town constructed between 1873 and 1879 on the grounds of Zanzibar's largest slave market. The cathedral's altar stands on the exact spot where the whipping post once stood, and a memorial in the courtyard honors the slaves who suffered there. Visitors can see the stark slave chambers beneath the church and the poignant Slave Memorial outside. The cathedral's unique blend of Gothic and Islamic architecture reflects Zanzibar's diverse cultural heritage, making it a powerful symbol of both tragedy and reconciliation.
Don't miss
- See the underground slave chambers where captives were held
- Visit the Slave Memorial with its bronze figures in chains
- Observe the fusion of Gothic and Islamic architectural styles
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Christ Church, Zanzibar
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inStone Town Private Tour in Zanzibar5★ · 14 travelers~3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$17 per personSee dates →
Most bookedPrivate Stone Town Cultural & Historical Walking Tour - Zanzibar4.9★ · 210 travelers2–3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$20 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleStone Town Walking Tour in Zanzibar5★ · 21 travelers2–3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$18 per personSee dates →More attractions in Stone Town