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According to localcollegeexplorer, Tanzania is a country located in East Africa, bordered by Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Zambia, Malawi and Mozambique. It is home to the highest mountain in Africa, Mount Kilimanjaro, and the world-famous Serengeti National Park. Tanzania has a rich history stretching back to the 8th century when it was part of the powerful African trading network known as “Swahili Coast”. During this time it was heavily influenced by Arab and Persian traders who brought with them Islam and other cultural elements that remain today. The 16th century saw Tanzania become part of the powerful East African coastal city-states such as Kilwa Kisiwani and Mombasa. This period also saw increased European exploration of the region with Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama visiting Mombasa in 1498. Later on in 1885 European colonization began when Germany claimed control over Tanganyika (modern day Tanzania) as part of its German East Africa colony. This period saw an influx of German immigrants which led to some conflict between them and local tribes who were already living there. In 1916 British forces invaded German East Africa during World War I and took control over Tanganyika until after the war when they returned it to Germany under a League of Nations mandate before finally giving it independence in 1961 as Tanganyika. In 1964 Tanganyika merged with Zanzibar to form modern day Tanzania following a revolution that overthrew Sultan Jamshid bin Abdullah from power on Zanzibar island in 1963. Since then Tanzania has seen steady economic growth despite some internal political unrest throughout its history. Today Tanzania is a constitutional republic led by President John Magufuli since 2015 who has been praised for his anti-corruption efforts but criticized for his authoritarian rule style which has seen restrictions on freedom of speech, press freedom and civil society organizations being curtailed or shut down altogether. Despite these issues Tanzania remains an important regional player with strong ties to both Western countries and China while also playing an important role in regional peacekeeping operations such as those conducted by African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM). Tanzania, officially the United Republic of Tanzania, is a country located in East Africa and has a population of around 50 million people. It is bordered by Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Zambia and Malawi. The capital city of Dodoma was home to around 500 thousand people and was known for its vibrant culture and lively markets. The official language of Tanzania was Swahili with English also being widely spoken. The currency used in Tanzania was the Tanzanian Shilling (TZS). The economy of Tanzania in 2010 mainly relied on mining and tourism as well as agriculture and foreign aid. Mining accounted for around 8% of the GDP with gold being the main mineral extracted from the country’s mines. Tourism also provided an important source of revenue for the country with many tourists visiting to experience its breathtaking landscapes such as Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park and Zanzibar Island. Agriculture accounted for nearly 30% of GDP with key crops being rice, maize, wheat, coffee and tea. Foreign aid also provided an important source of revenue to help improve infrastructure in the country such as roads and bridges. The government also invested heavily into infrastructure projects such as roads, railways and ports which helped to improve connectivity within the country as well as attract more tourists from abroad. In addition, there were numerous technological advancements such as mobile phones that were being implemented in some parts of the country in order to make it more competitive globally. Check ezinereligion for Tanzania Religion and Languages.

Tanzania Culture
Tanzania Culture

Tanzania Culture

The cultural life in the multi-ethnic state has diverse roots. According to itypeusa, the Tanzania mainland is East African, while the islands are Arab-Muslim. Centuries ago, a hybrid of the Swahili culture developed in the coastal regions. The oldest cultural evidence are the rock paintings in Kondoa, which are estimated to be around 1500 years old. Traditional art objects include masks, calabashes, jewelry, and musical instruments. The clay pottery and ebony carving of the Makonde ethnic group, which is still…

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Tanzania
Tanzania Guide

Tanzania Guide

Tanzania – country information Country name Tanzania Official name United Republic of Tanzania Capital At home Continent Africa Area 945,087 km2 Population 44,928,923 (2012) Foundation of a state 26/04/1964 The highest mountains Uhuru 5895 m (Kilimanjaro) Longest rivers Rufiji 1400 km The largest lakes Ukerewe (Victoria) 68,800 km 2 State system transition to a multi-party system; presidential type republic The biggest cities Dar es-Salaam (capital) 1,725,000, Mwanza 320,000, Tabora 280,000, Mbeya 240,000, Tanga 230,000, Zanzibar 190,000, Dodoma (seat of the…

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BAREFOOT LUXURY ON ZANZIBAR 2
Sun and Bath on Zanzibar, Tanzania

Sun and Bath on Zanzibar, Tanzania

White beaches and coral reefs off the coast of Tanzania, a country starting with T listed on Countryaah. Zanzibar or Ungunja as the residents call their island, is located just outside Dar es Salaam on the Tanzanian mainland. Swimming, snorkeling and enjoying the white, fine-grained sandy beaches are the main activities here. The beautiful beaches, the exotic trees and the tropical vegetation are enchanting. The temperature in the sea is always between 25 and 33 degrees warm. The difference between…

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ADVENTURE AND VACATION ON ZANZIBAR 2
Safari in Tanzania and Zanzibar

Safari in Tanzania and Zanzibar

Safaris in Tanzania and Zanzibar, Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater – places we know from all the fantastic nature movies on TV. Tanzania is a country located in East Africa. Number of days 12 DAYS Price from 26 595: – Safari in Tanzania and Zanzibar! Now we think it’s time for you to experience with your own eyes the animals and nature in Tanzania’s most famous and legendary national parks. To end this adventure, we…

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SAFARI IN SELOUS AND RUAHA 2
Safari in Tanzania

Safari in Tanzania

East Africa’s largest country has very varied regions. Here are highland plateaus, the Rift Valley, savannas and rainforests. Here are also Africa and the world’s highest independent mountains, Kilimanjaro, 5,895 meters above sea level, large lakes and famous sun paradises such as Zanzibar and Pemba off the long coastline. Tanzania is abbreviated as TZ by Abbreviationfinder. FACTS SAFARI IN TANZANIA CAPITAL Dodoma – See Countryaah for profiles. LANGUAGE Swahili and English TIME + 2 hours VISA Required for Swedish citizens…

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KILIMANJARO MACHAMERUTTEN
Kilimanjaro Machamerutten

Kilimanjaro Machamerutten

Known as “The Whiskey Route”, Kilimanjaro, the Machamer route is by far the most popular route and is a very successful route to reach the very top. The hike starts with a nice easy walk through the rainforest and for each day the altitude and difficulty increases steadily. The hike on the mountain offers views of beautiful landscapes as you walk up through the various nature zones. This hiking trail is the most popular. Number of days 9 DAYS Price…

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ADVENTURE SAFARI TANZANIA IN TENTS
Tent Safari in Tanzania

Tent Safari in Tanzania

To go on a tent safari in Tanzania and experience safaris in the national parks Lake Manyara National Park and Serengeti National Park as well as the world heritage Ngorongorocrat is a memory for life and on many people’s bucket list. Number of days 7 DAYS Price from 41 240: – During the safari you go on a private land cruiser with an English-speaking safari driver / guide who is with you throughout the safari and lives very well at…

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SAFARI IN TANZANIA WITH SWEDISH GUIDE
Safari in Tanzania With Swedish Guide

Safari in Tanzania With Swedish Guide

Welcome to Travel Safari in Tanzania with Swedish guide! Tanzania has a fantastic safari with, among other things, the Serengeti National Park – the endless plain with nature and animals and the Ngorongorocrat. A trip with a Swedish guide gives you extra focus on content, facts, safaris and anecdotes from safari life in Tanzania. After the safari, the trip ends with accommodation at one of Zanzibar’s best hotels. Here you can enjoy the tropical nature of the Indian Ocean. Number…

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WILD TANZANIA
Wild Tanzania

Wild Tanzania

For those interested in animals and nature, it does not get much better than this. The combination Selous Game Reserve and the national parks Ruaha and Katavi are in the top tier. Thanks to the location of these parks, you can see an incredible mix of animal species. Partly the southern species such as Roan and Sabel antelope which have habitat all the way up here and partly otherwise rare species such as. wild dogs that are common in these…

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WALK WITH THE GNUM MIGRATION 2
Walk With the Gnum Migration

Walk With the Gnum Migration

Hike with the gnum migration across the Serengeti! Hiking safari with experience beyond the ordinary. You hike with professional specially trained hiking guides who know their Serengeti well. During the hike, you get close contact with the animals that you approach quietly on foot. Wildebeest, antelopes, elephant herds, birds and the big cats, are all here. Accommodation for 5 nights is in temporary tent camps, so-called fly camps, where the staff prepares meals, beds and your luggage in time for…

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TENT AND CAMPING SAFARI IN TANZANIA 2
Tent and Camping Safari in Tanzania

Tent and Camping Safari in Tanzania

Tent and camping safaris in Tanzania mean a slightly simpler version of accommodation. Mainly for the safari traveler who goes to Tanzania with animals and nature in focus. We live inside the various national parks Lake Manyara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro in large tents with real beds and look for animals from early morning until dark. The safari car is private for own use and is driven by professional safari guides. Number of days 6 DAYS Price from 22 500: –…

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