Swahili Travel Destinations
Kenya The Masai Mara – Kenya During the dry season from July through October, the wildlife is abundant. You can
Read moreKenya The Masai Mara – Kenya During the dry season from July through October, the wildlife is abundant. You can
Read moreBoys’ Names Baakin, Maalik, Azaan, Jaafar, Kitunzi, Rafiki, Taalib, Zahir, Akbar, Akili, Amani, Asani, Baraka, Chacha, Dajan, Hamdaan, Jasiri, Jelani,
Read moreDance, music and musical instruments all play a role in the Swahili culture. The different regions have different dances, songs
Read moreBetween 1000-1800 A.D., many different people migrated to Africa and the eastern part of this country. The Bantu from the
Read moreSwahili culture is heavily influenced by others, the foods are an influence of other cultures, as well. Indian, Arabic and
Read moreSwahili arts and crafts are shown in the design of carpets and rugs, porcelain and jewelry. Swahili do not use
Read moreThe traditional clothing for a Swahili man is a long robe and a small, rounded hat with embroidery or bright
Read moreLanguage and Geography The Swahili language or Kiswahili is a Bantu language spoken by various ethnic groups who live along
Read moreMARRIAGE The parents of a Swahili girl are responsible for choosing a husband for her. The wedding ritual lasts for
Read moreVERBAL AND NON-VERBAL COMMUNICATION The Swahili have different ways of communication. They may communicate through traditional music commonly known as taarab and chakacha.
Read moreNEW YEAR’S EVE: The Swahili celebrate New Year’s Eve with wonderful parties and weddings. There is music, food and dance
Read moreJust like in every aspect of the Swahili people, religion guides their dressing code. The men wear long white robes
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