10 Amazing Facts About Tanzania

10 Amazing Facts About Tanzania

10 Amazing Facts About Tanzania

•Tanzania is a country located in East Africa, bordered by 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.

•The country’s official name is the United Republic of Tanzania, and its capital city is Dodoma, although Dar es Salaam is the largest city and the commercial capital.

• Tanzania is home to Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak, which stands at 5,895 meters (19,341 feet) tall. The mountain is a popular destination for climbers and hikers from around the world.

•The country is known for its wildlife, and it is home to some of Africa’s most famous national parks, including the Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and Selous Game Reserve.

• Tanzania has a population of around 60 million people, with over 120 ethnic groups, and Swahili is the official language, although English is widely spoken.

•The country’s economy is largely based on agriculture, with coffee, cotton, tobacco, and cashew nuts being some of the major cash crops. Tanzania is also rich in natural resources, including gold, diamonds, and natural gas.

• Tanzania was formerly a German colony until 1919, when it was handed over to the British under a League of Nations mandate. The country gained independence in 1961, and the first president was Julius Nyerere.
• Tanzania has a diverse cultural heritage, with a mix of indigenous African, Arab, and European influences. Traditional music and dance are an important part of Tanzanian culture, and the country is also famous for its Tinga Tinga paintings.

•The currency in Tanzania is the Tanzanian shilling, and the country operates on East Africa Time (EAT), which is three hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC+3).