Chambani

Chambani (Magofu ya mji wa kale wa Chambani in Swahili ) is a historic site and village located in Mkoani District of Pemba South Region. ^[2] Its one of several National Historic sites on the island of Pemba. The site is located nine kilometres south of Chake-Chake, close to several sets of ruins, notably the Pujini Ruins, a 15th-century citadel, located close to the village of Pujini, two kilometres to the north.^[3]

LocationMkoani District,
Pemba South Region,
Tanzania

Coordinates5°19′40.8″S 39°47′4.56″E

TypeSettlement

MaterialCoral rag

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Chambani Ruins

Chambani Ruins Shown within Tanzania
Location	Mkoani District, Pemba South Region, Tanzania
Coordinates	5°19′40.8″S 39°47′4.56″E
Type	Settlement
History
Material	Coral rag
Founded	12th century CE
Abandoned	14th century CE
Cultures	Swahili
Site notes
Condition	Endangered
Ownership	Tanzanian Government
Management	Antiquities Division, Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism [1]
Architecture
Architectural styles	Swahili & Islamic
National Historic Sites of Tanzania
Official name	Chambani Historic Site
Type	Cultural

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