CITYGUIDE Djibouti City
DJIBOUTI CITY – PEARL OF THE GULF OF TADJOURA
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ounded by the French in 1888 and an outpost of France for many years thereafter, Djibouti city is today evolving and expanding at an impressive pace thanks to foreign investment and an increase in tourism. Modern enough to offer impressive hotels, yet still downto-earth and rustic, Djibouti city is an excellent place to experience the Horn of Africa and all its charms. With temperatures reaching a rather toasty 41°C in June to August, the best time to visit Djibouti is between November and April when the average daily temperature is more bearable, at around 30°C. The city is well served by Djibouti-Ambouli International Airport, with flights to key destinations such as Paris, Dubai and Nairobi.
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By Kirsten Alexander