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This nation now called Tanzania is considered one of the oldest known (continuously inhabited) areas on the planet; fossil remains of humans and pre-human hominids have been found here dating back over two million years.
In the late 19th century, Germany conquered the Africa regions that are now Tanzania (minus Zanzibar), Rwanda, and Burundi, and incorporated them into Tanganyika, a part of German East Africa.
After World War II, Tanganyika became a UN territory under British control. Subsequent years witnessed Tanganyika moving gradually toward self-government and independence.
Shortly after achieving independence from Britain in the early 1960s, Tanganyika and Zanzibar merged to form the nation of Tanzania in 1964.
In October, 1995, the country’s first multiparty elections were held and Ali Hassan Mwinyi, the former vice president, was elected.
The U. S. Embassy in Dar es Salaam was bombed by terrorists, killing ten, in August of 1998 – the same day an explosion destroyed the U. S. embassy in Kenya.
During the term of President Benjamin William Mkapa (1995 – 2005), Tanzania sought to increase their economic status but faced serious problems with pollution, deforestation and HIV/AIDS, with over one million of the population infected.
The former foreign minister Jakaya Kikwete, was elected president in 2005 with 80% of the vote.
Tanzania’s economy relies mostly on agriculture, employing 80% of the workforce. The two main natural resources are gold and natural gas. The gas is exported to various markets overseas. Tanzania is also known for its Tanzanite gemstones.
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- Official Name United Republic of Tanzania
- Population 42,483,923
- Capital City Dodoma (pop. 324,347)
- Currency Tanzanian Schilling
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- Languages Swahili (official), English (official), and numerous local languages
- National Day 26 April, Union Day
- Religions Muslim, Christian, locals beliefs
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- Land Area 886,040 sq km (342,000 sq miles)
- Highest Point (Africa's highest) Mt. Kilimanjaro (19,340 ft.) (5,895 m)
- Lowest Point Indian Ocean (0 ft.) (0 m)
- Land Divisions 25 regions including: Arusha, Dar es Salaam, Dodoma, Iringa, Kagera, Kigoma, Kilimanjaro, Lindi, Mara, Mbeya, Morogoro, Mtwara, Mwanza, Pemba North, Pemba South, Pwani, Rukwa, Ruvuma, Shinyanga, Singida, Tabora, Tanga, Zanzibar Central/South, Zanzibar North and Zanzibar Urban/West.
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Located in southeastern Africa just south of the Equator, Tanzania is bordered by the countries of Kenya and Uganda to the north, Rwanda, Burundi and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) to the west, and Zambia, Malawi and Mozambique to the south.
Its Indian Ocean coastline and the major islands of Mafia, Pemba and Zanzibar are protected by coral reefs. The mainland is dominated by a large central plateau, one covered with grasslands, plains and rolling hills. The Serengeti plain is a large geographical region that spans some 30,000 km2 (12,000 sq mi).
Tanzania is mountainous in the far-northeast, where Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak is located. That mountain stands at (19,340 ft.) (5,895 m) tall. The Rubeho Mountains are a much lower in elevation, compact group of connected peaks.
The Ngorongoro Crater is the world's largest intact caldera forming a spectacular bowl of about 265 sq km with sides up to 600m (1,960 ft) deep.
The country is bordered by some of Africa's largest lakes, including Lake Nyasa (Lake Malawi),
Lake Victoria (Africa's largest lake), and Lake Tanganyika (Africa's deepest lake).
The Rufiji river is the largest in Tanzania, draining most of the southern part of the country. Formed by the confluence of the Kilombero and the Luwegu rivers, it flows for about 175 mi northeast and east to enter the Indian Ocean. Its major tributary is the Great Ruaha. |
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- Latitude/Longitude 6° 82' S, 39° 28' E
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Known worldwide for its incredible landforms, game preserves, national parks and varieties of wildlife, Tanzania (must sees) include Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park, Selous Game Reserve and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
No visit to Tanzania would be complete without at least a brief visit to Mount Kilimanjaro. It is the only peak of its size that can be climbed with relative ease by non-mountaineers. It can be climbed any time of the year, but one should avoid the wet months from mid-March through May.
Serengeti National Park is Tanzania's oldest park, and one of the world's last great wildlife refuges. It supports the greatest remaining concentration of plains game in Africa, including more than three million large mammals. It is the sanctuary of an estimated four million different animals and birds.
The Selous Game Reserve is a World Heritage Site and covers about six per cent of Tanzania's land surface. It is the world's largest game reserve and second only to the Serengeti in its concentration of wildlife. It is also home to the biggest elephant herd in the world.
The Ngorongoro Conservation Area is a vast protected area. It includes the breeding ground for East Africa's flamingos, the still active Ol-Ndoinyo Lengai volcano, and the Ngorongoro Crater, the largest volcanic caldera on the planet.
Zanzibar (the island) has a growing tourism industry. Zanzibar Town (or city) is a popular destination, and its old quarter is a United Nation's "World Heritage Site." There are many superb white beaches, warm waters and picturesque villages around Zanzibar.
Mafia island is known for it's quiet beaches, world-class fishing and idyllic scuba diving venues.
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There are two rainy seasons in warm and humid (often hot) Tanzania. Lighter rain falls March - June, while heavy downpours and storms occur November - January.
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A Maasai girl, Tanzania...
A wildebeest, Tanzania...
A group of goat herders, Tanzania...
A woman in a doorway, Zanzibar, Tanzania...
Fog over the Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania... |
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