The location of Bagamoyo is very convenient. It is in close proximity to Dar es Salam, former capital of Tanzania. The city is also located on the coast of the Indian Ocean and is very close to the mystical land of Zanzibar. Due to the geographical proximity of Bagamoyo to two other important places of Tanzania, the place has also gained reputation as a tourist destination.
The main occupation of the people of Bagamoyo is dhow sailboat building. Since there are beaches in the city of Bagamoyo, so fishing is also an important activity in Bagamoyo.
Since there are many historical and heritage sites in Bagamoyo, the Department of Antiquities in Tanzania are striving to maintain the ruins of Bagamoyo as places of tourist attraction. Not only historically rich, the city also has rich cultural background. Songs, dances, drama and sculpture making are extensively taught in Bagamoyo. The Bagamoyo College of Arts is an international hub for artists from all over the world. Hukwe Zawose, the traditional musician is also from the city of Bagamoyo.
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