Gangilonga Stone, Iringa

The Gangilonga Stone is another historical and cultural landmark located in Gangilonga Ward, Iringa, Tanzania and it’s believed to have been in its current location for over 600 years. The name of the rock means ‘talking stone’ in Hehe. The stone or rock is a large, flat, rectangular boulder measuring approximately 3 meters by 4 meters. It is believed to have been a meeting place for chiefs and elders who would gather to discuss important matters such as disputes, alliances, and trade.The stone or rock sometime called “jiwe gangi” is considered sacred by the local Hehe people and is believed t

Activities: Cultural sightseeing, Zanzibar, Gangilonga Rock (Iringa)

Parks visited: Zanzibar, Gangilonga Rock (Iringa)