From Nairobi, we moved to the coastal port of Mombasa for an
introduction to the Swahili people of the region and their Islam-based culture
(9/20 - 9/23)
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Our gracious host, Professor Ahmed Sheikh Nabhany |
The first order of business was getting properly attired |
What color would you like? |
Getting fitted |
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The men head to the Barasa |
Political speeches are the same in any country... |
Youth Corps performing |
At the Swahili Cultural Center to learn about traditional Swahili arts |
Kim reading poetry |
Learning to carve |
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A message to remember! |
At Fort Jesus
Textiles
and embroidery