Iconi

Iconi

Iconi is a town in the Union of Comoros, at the foot of Mount Djabal, in the southwest of the island of Grande Comore. It was the capital of the Bambao Sultanate and the Kapviridjohé Palace was the seat of the Sultanate. Like other ancient cities of the Comoros, Iconi was surrounded by a rampart. In this coastal town, the bastion was built into the hill to create a fortress to protect the inhabitants if they were attacked. The city is home to several mountain ranges. Some of them are hidden in the undeveloped areas of Iconi, such as Mahawini and Mutuelle. Iconi has a number of waterholes. One in particular is the city's unmissable spot, Bichioni. It is popularized by locals and is located opposite the Great Friday Mosque and other mosques in the district. An ideal place for a night or morning dip. Towards the end of town, not far from the village of Mbachilé, lies Lake Nkwabé, with mangroves and crystal-clear water. According to legend, Iconi, formerly Zikikoni, was created after the population of the city of Malozine was displaced by the lava flow. This population came from three mythical families, Inya Djiva, Inya Mawahico and Inya Djombé.