Mozambique Island
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Mozambique Island (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Background
15º01'.7S, 40º44'.4E
Mozambique Island in itself is not very big, about 3 km long and between 200 and 500 metre wide. Most historical buildings are at the island's northern end. The majority of the residents live in reed houses in Makuti Town at the southern end of the island.
The island was a major Arab port and boat building centre long before Vasco da Gama visited in 1498. The Portuguese established a port and naval base as early as 1507, and built the Chapel of Nossa Senhora de Baluarte, in 1522, now considered the oldest European building in the southern hemisphere.
Charts
- BA 653
Radio Nets
See World Cruiser's Nets for details.
Routes to/from
Popular routes, timing, etc.
Check-in facilities
Not a Port of entry.
Approach
Tides are strong in the channel. There are no longer any buoys in the channel but the chart is accurate. Enter the bay north of Ilha de Goa on a bearing of 270º on the center of the island until the Goa light and leading beacon on Goa are in line, then turn to starboard and follow this line on 307º through the channel and behind (N.W.) the island.
Anchorages
You can anchor anywhere along the northwest side of the island but the best anchorage is just north of the old jetty in 4m over sand. There is a small beach directly in front of you here to land your dinghy. Beware of theft!
Tourism & things to do ashore
List places of interest, tours, eateries, etc.
References & Publications
Publications, etc.
Cruiser's Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forum Discussions
List links to discussion threads on the Cruiser Log Forum
External Links
- Yacht Seerose Yacht Seerose stopped here on their way north.
- Wikipedia
Personal Notes
Personal experiences
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