Location East Africa Region Tanga, Tanga Region Adjacent body of water Indian Ocean | Adjacent bodies of water Indian Ocean Max length 1 km | |
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Similar Urithi Tanga Museum, Bombo Hospital, Mkwakwani Stadium, Amboni caves, Amaan Stadium | ||
Toten Island is situated off the Tanga harbour in Tanzania. It is within the Tanga Bay. The Island contains ruins of two mosques and tombs. The name comes from the German word for "dead bodies" alluding to the numerous graves on the island.
Map of Toten Island, Tanzania
Until 1854 Toten Island was still inhabited by people. In 1884 the remaining people moved to what is present day Tanga city.
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