The 12th century ruins at Gede are shrouded in mystery. Nestled amongst baobabs and tamarind, the winding passageways, numerous dwellings and elaborate tombs are telltale of the settlement's once great significance. Yet Gede's existence is documented nowhere. The layout of the village leads archaeologists to believe it was an important trading center. The location, far from the present day shore, begs uncertainty. In the 15th century the roughly 2500 inhabitants decided to flee. Why? No one is sure. Was it the Wazimba raid in 1589? A depleted water supply? Or fear of an invasion from the Galla, a nomadic ethnic group from Somalia? As you tour the ruins engage the kids and develop your own tale about this settlement's past.