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The Swahili Stone Towns: Coral, Trade, and the Indian Ocean World
In this episode, Lucas and Luna dive into the stone towns of the Swahili Coast — the coral-built cities that were the beating heart of the Indian Ocean trade network. From the 9th century to the Portuguese arrival, they explore how places like Kilwa, Mombasa, and Zanzibar grew into cosmopolitan hubs, blending African, Arab, and Persian influences. Lucas unpacks the architecture of stone towns, the role of the monsoon winds, the trade in gold, ivory, and slaves, and the complex mix of Swahili culture that emerged. They discuss the Shirazi dynasty's origins, the Great Mosque of Kilwa, and…
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