Vasco da Gama Pillar in Malindi: History, Culture & Coastal Heritage Guide
OVERVIEW The Vasco da Gama Pillar, located on the northern Kenyan coast, stands as one of the oldest historical monuments in East Africa and a powerful symbol of maritime exploration. Erected in the late 15th century by the Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama, the pillar commemorates his arrival on the East African coast and marked…
