The largest city in the Comoros, Moroni is a bustling metropolis and the country’s political and commercial capital. Located on the northeast coast of Grande Comore, the city is built on a series of hills and has a population of over 130,000. The city is home to the Comoros’s only university and is the main entry point for tourists visiting the country. The city’s architecture is a mix of French colonial and Comorian styles, and the city is home to a large market, numerous mosques and a busy port. Moroni is also the starting point for trips to the country’s other islands.