The tiny country, Comoros of the eastern coast of Africa that few people can pinpoint on a map. It ranks as the 179th (11th last) poorest country in the world and a true of the beaten path destination, but few places on earth have given me a bigger positive surprise when it comes to a travel destination. Amazingly friendly and warm people, world-class beaches and an underwater world, that even the most famous countries in south-east Asia would be jealous of. And to say it straight away, Comoros was my country nr 104 in the world, and it did definitely make it in among my top 10 favourite countries. There are no English guidebooks for Comoros, and very little information online, so this is most likely the most up to date information you will find. If Comoros would have been an easier destination to reach, would it be just as popular as any other island off the eastern coast of Africa, like Mauritius, Madagascar, and Schechylles.
Comoros gained independently from France in 1975. But...