Ntsaoueni
Said to be where Islam first entered the Comoros, with an ancient mosque, stone walls and a saint's tomb.
Ntsaoueni lies on the northwest coast. Legend says that in the 7th century the saint Mtwambwe brought Islam to the Comoros from here. The town has an ancient mosque, a holy tomb, and walls and gateways built of lava stone, making it an important religious and cultural town on the island. It is small, so you can stop for half an hour to an hour on a northern island tour. Dress modestly when visiting holy sites.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Mitsamiouli Beach
- Trou du Prophète
- Lac Salé
- Itsandra Beach
- Chomoni Beach
- Volo Volo Market
- Moroni Medina & Old Harbour
- Musée des Comores (CNDRS)