Dosso

Dosso is a city in Southwestern Niger.

Understand

Dosso is a city in southwestern Niger, serving as the capital of Dosso Region. It is a historic and cultural hub of the Zarma people and was once the seat of the Dosso Kingdom. Known for its rich traditions, Dosso hosts the annual cure salée festival. The city is an agricultural center, benefiting from its location near the Niger River, and a crossroads for trade routes connecting Niamey and other regions. Landmarks include the Dosso Sultan's Palace and the Musée Régional de Dosso.

See

• 1 Dosso Grand Mosque. The central mosque was built in 1979. (updated May 2020)
• 2 Palais du Zarmakoye. Palace of the traditional rulers of Dosso, built in 1904. (updated May 2020)

Do

• C-darma Dosso Theatre. (updated Aug 2018)

Buy

• 1 Grand Marché de Dosso. (updated Aug 2018)

Sleep

• 1 Galaxy Dosso, Quartier Lacausso Dosso, ☏ +227 99 79 96 10. (updated Aug 2018)
• 2 Hotel Toubal (Just south of Dosso, along RN 7.), ☏ +227 90 90 26 50. Resort-style hotel just south of town, pool available. (updated Jan 2021)

Go next

• Niamey
• Zinder