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The capital Zanzibar City, which is located at the west coast of the island, is the political, economic and cultural centre of the Zanzibar archipelago. The current population is about 205.870. Because of its centricity in the Indian Ocean, Zanzibar City is a seaport with a glorious history. You can find a carnival atmosphere in the streets of the capital among bazaars and mosques. The main attraction is the historical centre Stone Town, which was appointed from the UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage. Stone Town’s amazing buildings were made out of corals in the 19th century. The Arabic, Indian and European influences created a unique style of architecture.
Besides Zanzibar City there is only Chake Chake, the unofficial Capital of the Island Pemba, which can be named as the next bigger city. The total population is about 22.000.
Chake Chake is the administrative centre of the island which disposes a seaport. It is the heart of the Island. Apart from that the countryside of Zanzibar is mainly minted by small villages.