Colonial History Walk: German East Africa to Independence
National Museum and House of Culture
We're starting our walk at a building that tells us something important: this city's story didn't begin with colonialism. The National Museum and House of Culture sits on land wher…
About this tour
Discover the fascinating colonial history of Dar es Salaam, from its origins as a German East African port to British rule and Tanzanian independence. This walking tour takes you through the historic downtown, featuring colonial-era architecture, monuments honoring African soldiers, and museums preserving the nation's complex heritage. Learn about the Askari soldiers, German administrators, and the journey to independence.
Tour Stops (6)
National Museum and House of Culture
St Joseph's Catholic Cathedral (34895613805) | 🔗 wikipedia.org
BAKWATA Mosque Interior, Kinondoni ward, Kinondoni MC, Dar es Salaam | 🔗 wikipedia.org
Bank of Tanzania before dusk | Source: Wikipedia
Botanical Garden
Bus rapid transit in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania | 🔗 wikipedia.org
Dar-es-Salam | Source: Wikipedia
Dar es Salaam at a bird's view | Source: Wikipedia
African Liberation Heritage Center
Amani-TT4798 | Source: Wikipedia
Arusha Declaration Monument | Source: Wikipedia
City of Kilwa, 1572 | 🔗 wikipedia.org
Askari Monument
St Joseph's Catholic Cathedral (34895613805) | 🔗 wikipedia.org
BAKWATA Mosque Interior, Kinondoni ward, Kinondoni MC, Dar es Salaam | 🔗 wikipedia.org
Bank of Tanzania before dusk | 🔗 wikipedia.org
Kanisa Kuu la Mt. Yosefu (St.Joseph Cathedral Dar es Salaam)
St. Joseph Cathedral Dar es Salaam
Old Boma
Old Boma 2018 | 🔗 wikipedia.org
Tour Information
- Tour Type
- Walking tour
- Audio Language
- English
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