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Prison Island

Also called Changuu Island, Prison Island was supposed to be used as a prison for rebels and as a coral mine. However, no prisoners were ever housed on the island - it became a quarantine station for yellow fever cases. Nowadays, if you pay $4 entry fee, you will be able to visit the former hospital, prison cells and - giant tortoise sanctuary. The oldest one at this moment is 194 years old!

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