23 Fun Things to do in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania by Mark Wienson April 17, 2012 6840858409 9977e64f15 o 23 Fun Things to do in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania View from Upanga, Dar Es Salaam Dar Es Salaam is Tanzania’s largest and most influential city. Yet Mount Kilimanjaro, the northern circuit of African wildlife and the island of Zanzibar are the reasons why many tourists that visit Tanzania miss the largest city altogether. With 4 – 6 million inhabitants, Dar Es Salaam is a vibrant East African city that includes lots of excitement and plenty of character. Culture, beaches, shopping and food – Dar Es Salaam has a little slice of adventure for you to enjoy. Here’s a list of 23 fun things you can do while in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania! 6840860359 2afa42e715 o 23 Fun Things to do in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania Kariakoo Market 1. Kariakoo Market One of the busiest and most thrilling markets in Dar Es Salaam is the local Kariakoo market. This is the place to go if you are hunting for the best bargains in town or wish to see the authentic side of local style Tanzanian shopping. Make sure you haggle to get the best deals. Be cautious with your money and possessions as Kariakoo is a bustling crowded place. things to do in dar es salaam 23 Fun Things to do in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania Things to do in Dar Es Salaam 2. Dar Es Salaam Fish Market One of my favorite things to do in Dar Es Salaam is wake up early in the morning and wander around the Dar fish market. People gather from around the city to purchase the fresh catch of the day. Climb the flight of stairs leading towards to the official offices for a lovely bird’s eye view of the fish market. Arrive at around 6:30 am to catch the most energized fish auctions taking place. 6840864777 56444b5cff o 23 Fun Things to do in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania 3. View of Dar Es Salaam Located near the Azania Lutheran Church, you can go to the New Africa Hotel and navigate your way to the Sawasdee Thai food restaurant for a great view of Dar Es Salaam and the harbor. 6840863849 54753824e6 o 23 Fun Things to do in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania Askari Monument, Dar Es Salaam 4. Askari Monument One of the most well known historical statues of significance in Dar Es Salaam is Askari Monument. Depicting a soldier with his bayonet pointing to the harbor, the monument is a reminder of the soldiers that fought as the Carrier Corps in World War I. The cast bronze Askari Monument is supposedly located in the precise center of Dar, in the middle of the roundabout that bisects Samora Avenue with Maktaba Street. 6840864327 b8dab907f1 o 23 Fun Things to do in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania Azania Lutheran Church 5. Azania Lutheran Church Originally built by German missionaries in Tanzania, the Azania Lutheran Church is an iconic structure located at Dar Es Salaam’s harbor front. From the cathedral you’ll have easy access to other tourist attractions around town. 6. National Museum of Dar Es Salaam If you want to learn more about the history and
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