What is DJIBOUTI?
Have you ever heard of the country called DJIBOUTI? If not, don't feel embarrassed... because it's a very tiny country on the Horn of Africa that gets minimal tourism -- roughly 70,000 visitors per year.
Over the last 2 days, I have explore every facet of the capital & biggest city called Djibouti City. I find this place to be the most interesting country in Africa.
Here are some of my quick realizations:
- It's VERY EXPENSIVE -- I have spent more than $400 in the last 2 days and I haven't done much other than walk around, take a few taxis, eat 4 meals & sleep (keep in mind my visa was $90 and my hotel was $105).
- Walking around the streets feels very much like France, from the colonization period that started in 1884 and ended in 1977. The people here speak French (first), Arabic (second) and English (third, if any at all).
- There is a LOT OF SECURITY everywhere -- police/military guards standing on every corner (literally) with giant guns strapped to their backs. It is kind of crazy and very intimidating, but safe.
- About a quarter of Djibouti's population (~250,000 people) are living in extreme poverty, which is more extreme than you'd think given that this country is so expensive. A massive contrast between rich & poor.
All of my thoughts on this mysterious country, and more, are in this video. Have you ever been to Djibouti?
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A Tourist's Guide to Djibouti
I fly into this seldom visited east African nation. For my first day, I amble around Djibouti City, taking in the sights, sounds and chaos. Day two sees me driving West to Lake Assal, a huge salt lake that is Africa's lowest point.
Top10 Recommended Hotels in Djibouti, Africa
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Top10 Recommended Hotels in Djibouti, Africa: 1. Djibouti Palace Kempinski *****
2. Sheraton Djibouti *****
3. Capital Hotel Djibouti ****
4. Atlantic Hotel ***
5. Les Acacias Hotel Djibouti ****
6. Auberge Boulaos ***
7. Hotel Residence de l'Europe ***
8. Samo Hotel
9. Comfort Hotel ****
10. Residence Lagon Bleu ***
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1. Ilot du Heron, Djibouti, Djibouti, Price range: $363 - $481
Located in Djibouti, less than 0.6 mi from Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), Djibouti Palace Kempinski provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. An 18-minute walk from Japan Embassy and 1.2 mi from France Embassy, the hotel features a private beach area. Port Captain Office is 1.6 mi from the hotel.
2. Bp 1924 Plateau Du Serpent, Djibouti, Djibouti, Price range: $289 - $361
Set in Djibouti, Sheraton Djibouti features a private beach area and an outdoor swimming pool. There is a casino on site and guests can relax on the sun terrace. The property also features a bar and garden.
3. Rue de Rome, EAB Building, Djibouti, Djibouti, Price range: $180 - $201
Capital Hotel Djibouti is located in Djibouti and features a terrace. Around a 5-minute walk from Dolphin Dive Centre, the property is also half a kilometer away from Immigration Office and offers free WiFi. The property has a restaurant and French Cultural Centre is a 12-minute walk away.
4. Rue de Rome, Djibouti, Djibouti, Price range: $160 - $180
Atlantic Hotel offers accommodations in Djibouti. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.
5. Ponite du Heron, Djibouti, Djibouti, Price range: $196 - $384
Featuring a private beach area, Les Acacias Hotel Djibouti in Djibouti is located an 18-minute walk from Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO). Providing a restaurant, the property also features a garden and a shared lounge. Free WiFi is available and Japan Embassy is 1.9 km away.
6. Zone Industrielle de Sud B.P 1591, Djibouti, Djibouti, Price range: $74 - $102
Located in Djibouti, Auberge Boulaos is 3.5 km from Free Zone and offers facilities like terrace. Featuring a shared lounge, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. There's a restaurant.
7. Place 27 Juin, Djibouti, Djibouti, Price range: $134 - $136
Located in Djibouti, within a 7-minute walk of Dolphin Dive Centre and half a kilometer of French Cultural Centre, Hotel Residence de l'Europe provides accommodations with a terrace and free WiFi. The property is close to several noted attractions, around an 11-minute walk from Immigration Office and around 1.4 km from French Embassy. International cuisine is served at the restaurant.
8. Plateau Heron-Djibouti, Djibouti, Djibouti, Price range: $72
Located in Djibouti, Samo Hotel is an 11-minute walk from Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO). Located around 1.4 km from Japan Embassy, the inn is also 2.1 km away from France Embassy. Free WiFi is available and Port Captain Office is 2.7 km away.
9. Palace Rainbow Down Town Center, Djibouti, Djibouti, Price range: $85 - $86
Boasting a fitness center and a terrace, Comfort Hotel is located in Djibouti, a 5-minute walk from French Cultural Center and an 8-minute walk from Dolphin Dove Center. The property is close to Immigration Office, Bouffard French Military Hospital and Dolphin Boat. The property offers a shared lounge.
10. Rue Pierre Pascal, Djibouti, Djibouti, Price range: $75 - $90
Residence Lagon Bleu is located in Djibouti and features a terrace. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and room service. Local points of interest like French Cultural Centre and Dolphin Dive Centre are reachable within a 9-minute walk and 0.7 miles, respectively.
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Djibouti Ville (جيبوتي) - Capital de Djibouti
Imagens da Cidade de Djibouti Ville
*مدينة جيبوتي فيل
*City of Djibouti Ville
Djibouti, Jibuti ou Djibuti é a capital e maior cidade da República do Djibouti. É um porto no golfo de Tadjoura, a parte mais ocidental do golfo de Aden. A cidade exporta principalmente café, couro e sal. Sua população é de cerca de 600 mil habitantes (2012). Foi fundada em 1888 pelos franceses.
O seu porto é principal motor da economia nacional.
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