Toten Island, Tanga
Facts and practical information
Toten Island is a small uninhabited island situated north of the city of Tanga's harbour in Tanga Region, Tanzania. It is within the Tanga Bay. The island is administered by both the Tanzania Marine Parks and Reserves and the City of Tanga. The island is a historical site that contains ruins of two Medieval Swahili mosques and tombs. The current name comes from the German word for "dead bodies" alluding to the numerous graves on the island. Until 1854 Toten Island was still inhabited by people. In 1884 the remaining people moved to what is present day Tanga city. ()
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Toten Island – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Tanga Island Front Range Lighthouse, Tanga Island Rear Range Lighthouse, Port of Tanga, Tanga District.