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How old is Lamu?

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Lamu is believed to be one of East Africa's oldest continuously inhabited settlements. The town's history stretches back several centuries and reflects the development of Swahili civilization along the Indian Ocean coast.

Lamu is believed to be one of East Africa's oldest continuously inhabited settlements. The town's history stretches back several centuries and reflects the development of Swahili civilization along the Indian Ocean coast.