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Dar es Salaam is the largest city and financial hub of Tanzania. It is also the capital of the Dar es Salaam Region. With a population of over five million people, Dar es Salaam is the largest city in East Africa and the sixth-largest in Africa. Located on the Swahili coast, Dar es Salaam is an important economic center and … See more
In the 19th century, Mzizima (Swahili for "healthy town") was a coastal fishing village on the periphery of Indian Ocean trade routes. In… See more
Dar es Salaam is the most populous city in Tanzania and the fifth most populous in Africa. In 2020, the population was… See more
On a natural harbour on the Indian Ocean, Dar es Salaam is one of the hubs of the Tanzanian transportation system, as the main railways and several highways originate in or near… See more
Dar es Salaam is located at 6°48' S, 39°17' E (−6.8000, 39.2833), on a natural harbour on the coast of East Africa, with sandy beaches in … See more
In his 1979 journal A Modern History of Tanganyika, historian John Iliffe wrote, "In 1949 the town became a municipality...[with] four honourable nominated Town Councillors who elected a Mayor." According to Associational Life in African Cities: … See more
Dar es Salaam is Tanzania's most important city for both business and government. The city contains high concentrations of … See more
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The Tingatinga painting style originates from Dar es Salaam. The Nyumba ya sanaa ("House of Art") is a cultural centre, workshop and retail outlet dedicated to Tanzanian art, showcasing and promoting Tanzanian … See moreWikipedia text under CC-BY-SA license Dar es Salaam travel - Lonely Planet | Tanzania, Africa
Dar es Salaam | History, Population, & Facts | Britannica
WebMar 3, 2024 · Dar es Salaam, seat of government, largest city, industrial centre, and major port of Tanzania, eastern Africa. Its climate is hot and …