Tanzania - Wikipedia
Tanzania is mountainous and densely forested in the north-east, where Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa and the highest single free-standing mountain above sea level in the world, is located. Three of the African Great Lakes are partly within Tanzania.
Tanzania | Culture, Religion, Population, Language, & People
Nov 2, 2024 · Tanzania, East African country situated just south of the Equator. Tanzania was formed as a sovereign state in 1964 through the union of the theretofore separate states of Tanganyika and Zanzibar. Mainland Tanganyika covers more than 99 percent of the combined territories’ total area.
15 things you need to know before visiting Tanzania
Nov 12, 2023 · With its Indian Ocean islands, abundance of animals, lush mountains and welcoming people, Tanzania is on almost everyone’s Africa bucket list. If you have the… From planning your trip to knowing how to say hello, here are the things you should know before traveling to Tanzania.
12 of the best things to do in Tanzania - Lonely Planet
Nov 16, 2023 · Go on a journey filled with awe and wonder, and don't miss the chance to see hominid footprints at least 1.6 million years old. From relaxing on the beaches to watching wildlife on safari in the Serengeti and learning about local cultures, here are the best things to …
Tanzania Maps & Facts - World Atlas
Aug 9, 2023 · Tanzania is situated in East Africa and encompasses an area of approximately 945,087 km 2 (364,900 mi 2). It shares borders with eight countries: Kenya and Uganda to the north, Rwanda, Burundi, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the west, and Zambia, Malawi, and Mozambique to the south.
Tanzania - The World Factbook
Oct 29, 2024 · Population distribution. Urbanization. total population growth rate v. urban population growth rate, 2000-2030. Major urban areas - population. Sex ratio. Mother's mean age at first birth. Maternal mortality ratio. comparison ranking: 38. Infant mortality rate.
Tanzania travel - Lonely Planet | Africa
Wildlife, beaches, friendly people, fascinating cultures, Serengeti, Mt Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar Archipelago - Tanzania has all these and more wrapped up in one adventurous, welcoming package. Best Time to Visit
Tanzania country profile - BBC News
May 2, 2023 · Tanzania is home to two renowned tourism destinations - Africa's highest mountain, Kilimanjaro, and wildlife-rich national parks such as the Serengeti - but has become a target for poachers.
Tanzania - The World Factbook
Dec 28, 2021 · Tanzania contains some of Africa’s most iconic national parks and famous archeological sites, and its diverse cultural heritage reflects the multiple ethnolinguistic groups that live in the country.
Tanzania - National Geographic Kids
Tanzania is the largest country in East Africa and includes the islands of Zanzibar, Pemba, and Mafia. FAST FACTS. OFFICIAL NAME: United Republic of Tanzania. FORM OF GOVERNMENT: Republic....