Domoni
A historic capital on Anjouan's east coast, where Shirazi-era mosques, palace ruins, and the first president's mausoleum lie among old lanes.
Domoni is the oldest town on Anjouan and was an early capital of the sultanate. Together with Mutsamudu, it is on the tentative list for the 'Historic Towns of the Comorian Sultanates' World Heritage nomination. The old town preserves sections of city walls, ancient Shirazi-era mosques and tombs, and several old palaces such as Ujumbé. Its quiet lanes have more of an old-town feel than the capital. This is also the hometown of Ahmed Abdallah, the founding father of the Comoros and its first president, and his tomb is in town. Domoni is known for handmade embroidery and wood carving. Shared taxis from Mutsamudu take about 1 to 1.5 hours over the mountains, and you can stop at Bambao along the way. Dress modestly when visiting religious sites.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Bambao Palace & Ylang-ylang Plantations
- Lake Dzialandzé
- Moya Beach
- Mount Ntingui
- Citadel of Mutsamudu
- Mutsamudu Medina
- Île de la Selle