Tanzania is an East African country located on the coast of the Indian Ocean. A few dozen kilometers from the coast of Tanzania is the Zanzibar Archipelago, which includes two large islands - Unguja (Zanzibar) and Pemba, as well as many small islands. Zanzibar is an autonomous part of Tanzania, but has its own culture and history.
Geographical coordinates and area
Tanzania is located between 1° and 12° south latitude, and 29° and 41° east longitude. Tanzania has an area of approximately 947,303 km², making it one of the largest countries in Africa. Zanzibar covers an area of about 2,461 km².
Borders and maritime environment
Tanzania borders:
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To the north - Kenya and Uganda;
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To the west - Rwanda, Burundi and the Democratic Republic of the Congo;
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To the south - Zambia, Malawi and Mozambique;
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To the east, Tanzania is washed by the Indian Ocean.
Zanzibar is located approximately 40 km from the coast of Tanzania, in the waters of the Indian Ocean.
Relief and Climate
Tanzania's terrain is varied: coastal lowlands extend to the east, while the western part is occupied by mountainous areas, including the famous Mount Kilimanjaro — the highest point in Africa (5,895 m). Zanzibar is a low-lying island with sandy beaches and coral reefs.
Tanzania's climate is equatorial and tropical, with two rainy seasons: long (March-June) and short (October-December). Zanzibar has a humid tropical climate with mild temperatures year-round.
Major Cities and Regions
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Dodoma is the official capital of Tanzania.
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Dar es Salaam is the largest city and economic center of the country.
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Arusha is the gateway to national parks and safari tours.
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Zanzibar City is the main city of Zanzibar and the cultural center of the archipelago.
Zanzibar is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Tanzania. Snow-white beaches, historical architecture of Stone Town, coral reefs and unique culture attract tourists from all over the world.
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