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The island is referred to as Prison Island because it houses the ruins of a prison built in the late 19th century. Interestingly, the prison complex was never actually used as a prison. Instead, it served as a sanitation station for sailors and passengers suspected of carrying dangerous contagious diseases. Hence, its other name – Quarantine Island.
There is actually an older name for the island – Kibandiko, but we won’t delve too deeply into its history. Instead, we’ll focus on the historical periods of Changuu that are of interest to its current visitors. Rather than presenting them in chronological order, we’ll follow the route that tourists typically follow exploring the island. So, let’s begin with the fascinating tortoises.
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