The Lamu Archipelago is living history and is made up of a collection of idyllic islands at the northern end of Kenya’s coastline. The Old Town’s narrow alleys, Arabic architecture, fort and mosques speak of age old culture while surrounding beaches and reefs sparkle in today’s sunshine.
Lamu Old Town was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2001.Lamu has four main islands: Lamu Manda, Pate and Kiwayu. The airport is on Manda Island. There are no vehicles on the islands. Dhows ferry new arrivals from the pier beside the airport to the other islands. Residents walk, ride donkeys or take boats. Culturally Lamu also differs from interior of the country as it has retained its historic character as the oldest continually inhabited town in the country and one of the most important Swahili settlements. Lamu's religious history as an Islamic center is also immediately evident as most residents wear traditional robes and headscarves along with the dozens of mosques that broadcast the call to prayer throughout the day.
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