🇩🇯 Djibouti
10 best places in Djibouti
This Red Sea port city at the crossroads of the Horn of Africa pairs Ottoman-domed mosques and French colonial mansions with the lunar landscapes of volcanic lakes just outside town.
Mosquée Hamoudi
A 1906 mosque with Ottoman domes, Yemeni plasterwork and stained-glass arabesque arches.
Grande Mosquée de Djibouti
The city's largest mosque, its striking Islamic architecture best admired from outside.
Palais du Peuple
A 1930s Art Deco mansion, once the governor's residence, now home to the national archives.
Marché Central
The central market of colourful textiles, spices and handcrafted jewellery, where bargaining is half the fun.
Fish market
A waterfront fish market where the morning catch comes straight off the boats.
Khor Ambado
A beach with volcanic scenery just outside the city, perfect for a swim and a sunset.
Moucha Island
A small island just offshore, ideal for a day trip of snorkelling and beach time.
Lake Assal
A salt lake 120 km from the capital, the lowest point in Africa amid black lava fields.
Day Forest National Park
A highland forest of juniper and wild olive an hour from town, a cool oasis in the desert.
Musée Régional de Djibouti
A small regional museum covering the country's history, culture and seafaring heritage.
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