What to do and see in Mwanza Region, Mwanza Region: The Best Sights & Landmarks

Being one of Mwanza’s biggest Hindu temples, Shree Sanatan can be visited during daytime. Some friendly members of the community are likely to show you around and tell you something about their belief and community. During lunchtime, the temple offers Indian food in its canteen for the members but also for visitors. The temple can be accessed through the gate at Temple Street near Makorobi Market.

The Anglican Church is one of the buildings still existing from the British period in Mwanza and can be visited during daytime. On Sundays, the English-speaking service begins at 9 am. The old and smaller church building used by the British is not used for services anymore, services are now held in the newer and bigger church building near to the street.

In the area of Capri Point, following the road passing Tilapia Hotel and the Yacht Club, keep on going straight on the dirt road, and you will find the gate that leads to an historic cemetery. There are tombs dating back to the late 19th century. There are graves of German and British colonialists, as well as recent graves of Tanzanians and people from various origins.

The old Post Office is still used for national and international post services. It offers stamps, money transfers, parcel services. Charge national letter: 500-3000 TSh (depending on weight) Charge Standard letter to Europe: 1600 TSh

At the roundabout between Station Rd and Kenyatta Rd the statue of the famous Lake Victoria Tilapia fish can be found. It is a meeting point in the centre of Mwanza which can be found easily. The Samaki (Swahili for fish) symbolises the economic activity of the fishermen of Mwanza. It is a place where you can take photographs with the Tilapia fish.