Old Dispensary, Zanzibar
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Tags : Historical Site
Timing : 09:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Entry Fee : Free
Time Required : 1 hour
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Ithnashiri Dispensary
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The Old Dispensary, also called Ithnashiri Dispensary, is a historic building in Stone Town, Zanzibar. It used to be a dispensary in the early 20th century and now serves as a symbol of the city's diverse architecture. You can visit a small museum inside to learn about Zanzibar's history, and there's also a restaurant and office for tourists to explore.
Known as the Stone 'Town Cultural Centre,' the Old Dispensary is a beautifully decorated three-story structure in Stone Town. It features wooden balconies and stained glass decorations influenced by Indian styles. Made from traditional Zanzibari materials, it's adorned with stucco decorations reflecting European neo-classical taste. Guided tours are available for those interested in the history and architecture of this unique building.
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History of Old Dispensary
After the 1964 Zanzibar Revolution, the government took over the Old Dispensary, and it fell into disuse. In 1990, as part of Stone Town's historical building renovation, the Aga Khan Trust for Culture restored it. The project was finished in April 1994.
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