Ambitious and captivating
Dodoma city – located in the wine region of central Tanzania – embodies nationalistic ambition as a capital. Its grand street plan and imposing architecture however, differs from everyday life and the rural environment.
The rare and wondrous Kondoa Rock-Art Sites (UNESCO World Heritage Sites), scattered along the slopes of the Rift Valley, are among the main attractions of the Dodoma region.
- Hoogte 1.120 meter
- Inwoners 410.000
- Koelste maand juli
- Regenseizoen dec t/m maart
About Dodoma city
Dodoma city is the center for national politics and is surrounded by a rich agricultural area and a pleasant landscape.
The Dodoma region is known for its historical monuments inherited from the ancient peoples who lived in these areas,
but it is also the region of a promising emerging viticulture.
Activities
Dodoma city as a prestige project is interesting to visit and has several sights such as the Gaddafi Mosque, Nyerere Square and the University of Dodoma.
In the immediate vicinity – between the Tarangire National Park and Dodoma city –
are the Kondoa Rock Art paintings and Tanzania’s 4th highest mountain, Mount Hanang.
Animals in the environment
In the town of Dodoma town itself there are no wild animals, just the usual domestic animals and many species of birds.
The closest national parks are Ruaha National Park and Mikumi National Park.
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