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Mombasa Marine National Park & Reserve
Country(s): Kenya |
The park is 10 km2 while the reserve is 200 km2. Both the park and reserve are the most highly utilized among marine protected areas. Their coastline is heavily built with tourist amenities. Mombasa is a mix of traditional and modern culture. The 17th Century Fort Jesus, which was used as a Fort by the Portuguese against Sultan invasion after which they (Portuguese) were eventually evicted after a two year siege, is within the Island which is a few minutes drive from the marine park. Mombasa Old Town is highly dominated by Swahili culture especially architecture.
Boats and water sports facilities are on offer for hire to get into the Marine Park. The place is also ideal for diving with diving gears is easily available for water sports desks.
Major Attractions
Beach, Coral gardens.
Insects/arthropods: Crabs, Corals, Shells, Sea urchins, Sea cucumbers, Sea Stars, Jelly fish.
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