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You could hardly find an african country which offers so many various things. Snowy peak of Kilimanjaro volcano, safari, sunny beaches, Massai tribal culture, vibratig cities, unique islands and much more. That´s all in Tanzania. Wonderful country full of wild life and original culture.

Mountains of Tanzania

The highest and most famous mountain of Africa, Kilimanjaro is actually a volcano as well as Mt. Meru. There is also an active one - Ol Donyo Lengai. Mt. Kilimanjaro National Park offers wonderful experience, excellent panorama´s and is something what should not be missed.

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Full name:

United Republic of Tanzania

Capital city:

Dodoma (official), Dar es Salaam (commercial)

Area:

945,087 sq km (364,900 sq miles)

Population:

38.4 million (UN, 2005)

Major languages:

English, Swahili

Major religions:

Christianity, Islam

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Top Places - Tanzania

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Ngorongoro Crater 20 10  
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Serengeti National Park 20 10  
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Zanzibar 12 6  
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Mt. Kilimanjaro 8 8  
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Selous Game Reserve 5 5  
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Top Experiences - Tanzania

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Dar es Salaam (click for more information)
Modern center of Tanzania´s economy with colorful and rich past. Dar es Salaam is harbour so many cultural influences meet here. Located on Swahili coast, Dar es Salaam is a city which should not be missed.
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Kilwa ruins (click for more information)
Kilwa ruins are located on the south-eastern coast are considered one of the most historically significant group of Swahili buildings. They date back to 12th century though nowadays are mostly crumbling and overgrown. Kilwa ruins are UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Kolo Rock Paintings (click for more information)
South of Babati you will find Kolo Rock Paintings whose origin has not been fully uncovered. They portray life of former inhabitans –for example animal hunting or playing musical instruments. Others paintings at Kolo Rock show inapprehensible motives, probably experimentation with abstract art.
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Mt. Kilimanjaro (click for more information)
Mount Kilimanjaro is a crown of Tanzania. Though it is not active volcano, gasses can sometimes come out of crater. Kilimanjaro is located just few degrees south from the equator so permanent snow cover can be found only at the peak. Climbing Klimanjaro is amazing because you pass from tropical to arctic landscape.
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Ngorongoro Crater (click for more information)
Ngorongoro crater is sometimes called 8th Natural Wonder of the World. There are almost no outside influences in Ngorongoro Crater that´s why exciting life can be found inside of the rim and ecosystems are protected naturaly. Vehicle safaris are offered there.
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Olduvai Gorge (click for more information)
Between Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti lies Olduvai Gorge. In this archeological locality were found remains of several of the world´s earliest humans and many prehistoric fossils. There is also a small museum and an observation platform overlooking Olduvai Gorge.
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Ruaha National Park (click for more information)
What makes Ruaha National Park so extraordinary is largest elephant population. But it is also home of many ostriches, cheetahs, gazelles which live between Africa´s speciality – baobab trees. A river Ruaha flows though Ruaha National Park providing environment to hippos and other water animals.
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Selous Game Reserve (click for more information)
Largest game reserve in Africa. Selous Game Reserve is rich in wildlife including variety of bird population. This place is remaining habitat of black rhino. On sand banks of Rufiji river crocodiles are waiting for their capture. You may be lucky and spot leopard and cheetah on the dry land of Selous Game reserve.
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Serengeti National Park (click for more information)
Serengeti is Tanazania´s most famous National Park which is also very famous within whole Africa. It is home of various ecosystems and also a place where animals migrate seasonaly because of water. Serengeti is home of typical african animals like lions, elefhants, giraffes, gazelles, monkeys and many others.
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Zanzibar (click for more information)
Mix of cultures gives Zanzibar almost mysterious feeling. City of Spice, sultan palaces and colonial architecture make this place exotic. Zanzibar is also good choice for beach activities. Endangered specie of sea turtle choose this place as a breeding area which is nowadays protected.
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Why to visit Tanzania


You could hardly find an african country which offers so many various things. Snowy peak of Kilimanjaro volcano, safari, sunny beaches, Massai tribal culture, vibratig cities, unique islands and much more. That´s all in Tanzania. Wonderful country full of wild life and original culture.

Mountains of Tanzania

The highest and most famous mountain of Africa, Kilimanjaro is actually a volcano as well as Mt. Meru. There is also an active one - Ol Donyo Lengai. Mt. Kilimanjaro National Park offers wonderful experience, excellent panorama´s and is something what should not be missed. A meaning of the word Kilimajaro is probably Mountain of Light, but it is just one of many possible translations. Climbing routes to the top of the mountain usually take between 6 or 7 days.

National Parks

Ngorongoro National Park is an area in volcano crater which colapsed in past. Because of that unique ecosystems could develop. It offers Ngorongoro safari and you can watch wild animals for hours. Ngorongoro Conservation Area includes also archaeological locality Olduvai gorge. Serengeti National Park is Tanzania´s most famous. Massive migration of mammals due to rain season is watched by many tourists. Katavi National Park is the most untouched area in whole Tanzania and show´s Africa´s wild beauty.

Cities, People and Culture

Tanzanian capital Dodoma, seat of goverment, is concerning area and development beaten by bussines capital - Dar es Salaam. Dar es Salaam was a center of colonial administration which reflects in architecture style of the city. If you plan your tanzanian vacation you will for sure stop in Arusha, a city between peaks of Mt. Meru and Mt. Kilimanjaro. Zanzibar beach resort is a beatiful place to enjoy some beach activities. But Zanzibar, it is much more then just a swimming and diving. Located along the Swahili coast is a place where Arabic culture grew together with Portuguese which gives the island unmistakable atmosphere. You can smell cinamon, vanilla and nutmeg in the air because many spice plantages are located in Zanzibar. If you are looking for a quiet place to relax, visit Island Mafia.

Tanazania is a home of many tribes. Around 120 tribal groups include mainly small communities. Masaai, living in the northern region of Tanzania, are probably one of most known. They live from pasturage. Along the coast was formed by Arab, Indian and Bantu influences Swahili culture which gave a name to the whole coastal region – Swahili coast. Fishing and spice represent main source of income.

Summary

Africa has many tastes, but you can find all of them in Tanzania. Kilimanjaro, some of the most famous National Parks ful of wildlife, Zanzibar, Masaai and unique culture. Maybe you will find in Tanzania what you could only dream of.



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