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Tanzania

Tanzania
Capital
Dodoma
Population
63.7M
Area
945,087 km²
Language
Swahili / English

Tanzania is a country in East Africa, Africa. Its capital is Dodoma, with a population of approximately 63.7M and a total area of 945,087 km². The official languages are Swahili / English and the currency is the Shilling (TZS).

📊 Quick Facts about Tanzania

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Population
63.7M
total residents
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Total Area
945,087 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
67/km²
people per km²
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GDP (nominal)
$75.0B
total output
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GDP per Capita
$1,176
per person
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Currency
Shilling (TZS)
legal tender
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Language(s)
Swahili / English
official
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Coastline
1,424 km
total shore
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Timezone
UTC+3
UTC offset
🎂
Independence
1961
established
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Local Time in Dodoma

Tanzania covers an area of 945,087 km² with a population density of 67/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $75.0B ($1,176 per capita) and gained independence in 1961. It has a coastline of 1,424 km.

Did You Know?

Tanzania is home to Olduvai Gorge — known as the 'Cradle of Mankind' — where fossils of our earliest human ancestors were found dating back 1.8 million years. Mount Kilimanjaro is the world's tallest free-standing mountain.

💡 Interesting Facts about Tanzania

  1. Tanzania is home to Mount Kilimanjaro — the highest peak in Africa.
  2. The Serengeti hosts the world's largest mammal migration — 1.5 million wildebeest.
  3. Tanzania has the richest marine biodiversity in East Africa along its Indian Ocean coast.
  4. Tanzanian Freddie Mercury, lead singer of Queen, was born in Zanzibar.

✈️ Travel Information for Tanzania

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Best Time to Visit
June–October (dry season), January–February (calving)
Tropical, varies by altitude
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Cost of Travel
💛 Affordable
Budget–Mid — compared to global average
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Meal Cost
$3–8
average restaurant meal
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Hotel Cost
$30–100
per night
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Visa
Visa on arrival
entry requirements
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Plug Type
Type D/G, 230V
electrical standard
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Driving Side
Left
side of the road

⚠️ Travel information is approximate and may change. Always verify visa requirements, entry rules and travel advisories with official government sources before travelling.

📍 Tanzania on the Map

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📍 Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

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🏆 Tanzania World Rankings

1st
Kilimanjaro
Home to Africa's highest mountain — Mount Kilimanjaro
1st
Wildlife Migration
Home to the Great Wildebeest Migration starting point
1st
Oldest Human Site
Olduvai Gorge — the cradle of human evolution
1st
Zanzibar
Zanzibar spice trade made it the world's clove capital

🏛 Must-See Places in Tanzania

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Mount Kilimanjaro

Africa's highest peak at 5,895m — the world's tallest free-standing mountain

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Serengeti National Park

The world's greatest wildlife spectacle — 1.5 million wildebeest migrate across its plains

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Zanzibar Stone Town

A UNESCO Swahili trading port where Arab, Indian, African and European cultures fused

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Ngorongoro Crater

A UNESCO caldera sheltering the world's densest concentration of predators and prey

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🗺️ Countries Bordering Tanzania

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Kenya
Nairobi
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Uganda
Kampala
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Rwanda
Kigali
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Burundi
Gitega
🇨🇬
Congo
Brazzaville
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Zambia
Lusaka
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Malawi
Lilongwe
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Mozambique
Maputo

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Tanzania

What is the capital of Tanzania?

The capital of Tanzania is Dodoma.

What language is spoken in Tanzania?

The official language(s) of Tanzania are Swahili / English.

What is the population of Tanzania?

The population of Tanzania is approximately 63.7M.

What currency does Tanzania use?

Tanzania uses the Shilling (TZS).

What continent is Tanzania in?

Tanzania is located in Africa, in the East Africa region.

What is the GDP of Tanzania?

Tanzania has a GDP of $75.0B, with a GDP per capita of $1,176.

What is the best time to visit Tanzania?

The best time to visit Tanzania is June–October (dry season), January–February (calving). The climate is Tropical, varies by altitude.

Do I need a visa for Tanzania?

Visa on arrival

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