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🇹🇿 Tanzania Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Tanzania is a country in East Africa, Africa. It covers a total area of 945,087 km² and has a coastline of 1,424 km. It shares land borders with 8 countries.

📐 Geographic Statistics

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Continent
Africa
geographical region
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Region
East Africa
sub-region
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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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Coastline
1,424 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+3
UTC offset
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Independence
1961
established
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Climate
Tropical, varies by altitude
general type

Location and Position

Tanzania is situated in East Africa, within the broader continent of Africa. The country has a coastline of 1,424 km, giving it access to maritime trade, fishing and tourism. Coastal geography has played a major role in the country's historical development and economic activity.

Size and Area

Tanzania covers a total area of 945,087 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 63.7M across this area, the population density is 67/km². The capital city is Dodoma.

Climate

The climate of Tanzania is tropical, varies by altitude. The best time to visit is generally June–October (dry season), January–February (calving), when conditions are most favourable for travel.Climate varies by region within the country, so specific conditions depend on the area being visited.

🗺️ 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
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Congo
Brazzaville
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Zambia
Lusaka
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Malawi
Lilongwe
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Mozambique
Maputo

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Tanzania located?

Tanzania is located in East Africa, Africa. The capital city is Dodoma.

How large is Tanzania?

Tanzania has a total area of 945,087 km² with a population density of 67/km².

What countries border Tanzania?

Tanzania shares land borders with: Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Congo, Zambia, Malawi, Mozambique.

What is the climate of Tanzania?

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

What timezone is Tanzania in?

Tanzania observes UTC+3 timezone.

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