Dar es Salaam
Dar es Salaam is the largest city in Tanzania, set on the Indian Ocean. It is a key port and the economic centre of East Africa. It is home to more than 5 million people. The city is made up of five districts: Kinondoni, Ilala, Ubungo, Temeke and Kigamboni. It is also a financial centre, with the DSE stock exchange. Average temperatures range from 25°C to 30°C. The best time to visit is June to September, when it is dry. Dar es Salaam brings together a rich history, from its days as a fishing village to the modern metropolis it is now.
