Dodoma
Tanzania
- Safety rating
- 6/10
- Best time to visit
- The dry season from June to October offers the most comfortable, mild weather.
- Population
- 0.8M
Overview
Tanzania's official capital sits in the dry central plateau, a planned, low-key government city surrounded by emerging vineyards. It's calmer and less touristy than the coast, anchored by the imposing new national parliament and cathedral.
Top attractions
See the modern Bunge (parliament), the Gaddafi Mosque, the Anglican cathedral, and nearby vineyards.
Getting around
Dala-dalas, bajaj and taxis serve the spread-out city; distances make walking impractical between districts.