Dress modestly in town
Stone Town, Stone Town, Zanzibar
Zanzibar is largely conservative. Beachwear is fine on the beach but out of place in Stone Town's streets.
The lesson
Cover shoulders and knees when walking around town.
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Zanzibar, Tanzania
The historic centre of Zanzibar City, with winding lanes and carved doors.
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Stone Town, Stone Town, Zanzibar
Zanzibar is largely conservative. Beachwear is fine on the beach but out of place in Stone Town's streets.
The lesson
Cover shoulders and knees when walking around town.
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