Come
and visit Dar Es Salaam the largest city in Tanzania. Formerly known as Mzizima, Dar Es Salaam is a
scenic seaport city located on a natural harbour on the Indian Ocean. With a
population of over 2.7 million people Dar Es Salaam is the country s most
important city both economically and politically. Historically, the city received its name from
Sultan Seyyid Majid of Zanzibar in 1866 and is Arabic for House of Peace . The
city has seen an increased growth within the expatriate community and has had a
significant increase in tourism.
Travelers to Dar Es Salaam can visit a variety of Museums, including the
National Museum, the village Museum or stroll through the beautiful Botanical
Gardens. Tourists can also venture to the nearby islands of Dar Es Salaam
Marine Reserve, an extremely popular day excursion for swimming,
sunbathing and snorkeling. Only an hour
away visitors can explore the ruins of Kaole in the town of Bagamoyo. Dar Es Salaam offers a diverse and
very international cuisine but be sure to try traditional Tanzanian barbeque
styles like Nyama Choma roasted meat and Mishkaki . Dar Es
Salaam offers travelers an array of sights, shops and activities that will keep
you busy when visiting this beautiful seaport city.