โขTanzania is a country located in East Africa, bordered by Kenya ๐ฐ๐ช and Uganda ๐บ๐ฌ to the north, Rwanda ๐ท๐ผ Burundi ๐ง๐ฎ and the Democratic Republic of the Congo ๐จ๐ฉ to the west, and Zambia ๐ฟ๐ฒ Malawi ๐ฒ๐ผ and Mozambique ๐ฒ๐ฟ to the south.
โขThe 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.
โขTanzania 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.
โขThe 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.
โขTanzania has a population of around 6โ million people, with over 120 ethnic groups, and Swahili is the official language, although English is widely spoken.
โขThe 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.
โขTanzania 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.
โขTanzania has a diverse cultural heritage, with a mix of indigenous African, Arร b, and Eurรฒpean influences. Traditional music and dance are an important part of Tanzanian culture, and the country is also famous for its Tinga Tinga paintings.
โขThe 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).
โขTanzania is home to some of the wรฒrld’s รฒldest human settlements, with evidence of human habitation dating back over two million years. The country’s rich history and culture make it a fascinating destination for travelers and tourists from around the world.
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