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Dar es Salaam
Top 3
Dar es Salaam is a vibrant African
capital, full of colour and a sense of
excitement. It’s the home of the country’s
main international airport so for most
the city is a short stop one the way to a
beach vacation in Zanzibar or a wildlife
safari. Many visitors to the country will
never get to explore or really experience
Dar es Salaam, however those that do are
in for a treat. We’ve picked out our top 3
attractions for those who decide to spend
a night or two in this wonderful city.
The National Museum and
House of Culture
The ideal place to learn about Tanzania’s
colourful past, the national museum and
house of culture originally opened as a
memorial to King George the fifth. Today
the museum is full of many interesting
and important displays such as fossils
dating back to the earliest human
ancestors, exhibitions on Tanzania’s tribal
heritage and a deep dive into the impact
of the slave trade and colonialism on
the country.
Azania Front Lutheran Church
This church was built in 1898 by
German missionaries and stands
as one of the iconic landmarks of
the city. The red-tile belfry glistens
in the sun and the surrounding
gardens are a great place to relax.
Today the church is a cathedral for
the diocese.
Mbudya Island
Located just a 15-minute
boat ride away in the Dar
es Salaam marine reserve,
Mbudya island is a great
getaway from the hustle
and bustle of Dar es Salaam.
You can expect white sandy
beaches, turquoise waters,
local seafood and huts
available to rent.
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