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TOURIST CIRCUITS
The Coastal Circuit
What is to be seen there -
This marks Tanzania's coastline of tropical palm
fringed beaches. One has a chance to view
underwater coral gardens. There is unlimited
potential for deep sea diving and fishing.
Dar es Salaam. The metropolis on the coast. The
commercial centre of Tanzania. Has one of the
finest natural harbours in the world. Inhabited by
more than 2 million people and serving as a
melting pot where many races, cultures, and
different religions live in tranquillity. The
largest city on the East African coast.
Dar es Salaam was built by Sultan Seyyid Majid of
Zanzibar between 1856 to 1870, who
ruled 
the 16-km East African coastal strip. Dar es
Salaam became the capital of German East Africa in
1891. Dar was also the capital of the British
Administration in Tanganyika after the 1st World
War. Became the capital of independent Tanzania up
to 1973. It is today the de facto capital of the
United Republic of Tanzania while Dodoma, in
central Tanzania is the de jure capital.
Dar es Salaam has further:
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An international airport known as Dar es
Salaam International Airport (DIA) - DAR -
Many international airlines land there.
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Two important railway stations to the
hinterland -
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The Central Line Station - for the central
line with 1,250 km from Dar es Salaam, on the
Indian Ocean, to Kigoma, on Lake Tanganyika.
The Central Line was built by the German
administration, from 1905 to 1914.
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The TAZARA Station - (Tanzania Zambia Railway)
known as the Tazara line with 1,870 km from
Dar es Salaam to Kapiri Mposhi (Zambia). The
Tazara was built through a Chinese loan from
1970 - 1975.
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Buildings representing the Arab era, the
German and British colonial administration,
for instance, the Old Boma, by Sultan Majid,
St. Joseph Cathedral and the Lutheran Church
along Sokoine Drive and the Old German
Hospital along Ocean Road; and the imposing
state house representing a German and British
background.
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Major port for connection to Europe, Asia, and
a large hinterland - Zambia, Democratic
Republic of Congo, Burundi, Rwanda, and
Uganda.
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Major port for connection to Zanzibar. Several
hydrofoils and ordinary vessels ... the waters
between Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar.
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Impressive places. The Askari Monument, the
Museum, Nyumba ya Sanaa (House of Art) and the
Makonde carvers at Mwenge.
Bagamoyo. (Bwaga moyo = Lay down your heart) - A
historical part as the former gateway to Africa in
the 19th century - many explorers started off into
the hinterland from Bagamoyo - Burton and Speke as
well as Stanley. Capital of German administration
before Dar es Salaam.
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One can see an old German Boma
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There is the Museum of the Catholic Mission
founded in 1868.
Pangani. A fishing village on the banks of Pangani
river, representing a former rich Arab culture and
prosperity along the coast. It is more Arabian in
appearance.
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Remnants of Arabic and Neo-Gothic buildings
can be seen.
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Beautiful beaches - described as a secret gem
on the Tanzanian coast, and an oasis of
surprise.
Mafia Island - Mafia archipelago of the mouth of
Rufiji Delta. The word "Mafia" has nothing to do
with the Mafia organisation. There are those who
pay that the word comes from the Grab word
"Morfieyeh" which means a group, and may be used
to describe the group of 4 peaceful coral islands
comprising the archipelago. It may also mean a
place of good health (mahali pa afya) in the
Kiswahili language
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It is considered as a natural aquarium - rich
in marine fauna.
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A paradise for anglers.
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Breathtaking palm beaches and azure blue
waters.
Zanzibar. Lies opposite Bagamoyo i.e. 40 km across
the Zanzibar Channel from the mainland. Zanzibar
is comprised of two islands - Unguja (1,554 sq.
km) and Pemba (906 sq. km). It is known as the
Spice Island.
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Used to be the centre of East African slave
trade.
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Famous for the Stonetown, representing Arab
culture; quaint shops and bazaars; and it's
spicy cuisine.
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Has famous Arabic buildings and palaces
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Interesting flora and fauna - Jizani Forest -
with a variety of red colossi monkeys; and
Musingini Forest Reserve with a range of
tropical trees.
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There are slave caves at Mangapwani.
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One can participate in the famous spice tour.
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The Zanzibar airport where some international
airlines do land.
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Has a deep harbour - and both modern and
traditional vessels do
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There are beautiful white, sandy beaches.
Important addresses for more information.
Hippo Tours and Safari Ltd, P.O.Box 13824,
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Tel: +255-22-2775164, 71610, +255-741-320849, Fax:
+255-22-2775165
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Savannah Tours Ltd, P.O.Box 20517, Dar es
Salaam, Tanzania
Tel: +255-22-2114339, 2138088, 2117753, Fax:
+255-22-2116839, 2113748, 2113304
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Easy Travel & Tours Ltd, P.O.Box 1428,
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Tel: +255-22-2113842, 2114479, +255-741-324309,
+255-742-781094, Fax: +255-22-2113842
E-mail:
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Web: http://www.raha.com/easytravel.htm
Marlin Tours & Safaris, P.O.Box 3435,
Zanzibar, Tanzania
Tel/Fax: +255-24-232378
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Fernandes Tours & Safaris, P.O.Box 647,
Zanzibar, Tanzania
Tel: +255-24-230666, +255-742-750170, Fax:
+255-24-233102
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Mayatours, P.O.Box 3508, Zanzibar,
Tanzania
Tel: +255-24-233108, 230986, 233886,
+255-741-321588, Fax: +255-24-233021
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Nomad Safaris, P.O.Box 1344, Dar es Salaam,
Tanzania
Tel: +255-22-2865156, 2865731, +255-741-325853,
333335, Fax: +255-22-2865731, 2617060, 2865156
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