HISTORY OF TANZANIA
The United Republic of Tanzania is colourful fusion of peoples and cultures, a land where ancient coastal kingdoms meet with tribal peoples of the interior, a land where eastern mystique blends with Africa's vibrancy and rhythms. It's a place of incredible contrasts, where endless stretches of palm-fringed beach rise to lushly forested mountains, where exotic, offshore islands offer relaxing respite and marine adventures. For Travelers, one of Tanzania's most notable characteristics is its warmth and openness. It is a land whose culture and people are easily accessible, this is especially so within the sailing community. At ports you will be greeted constantly by "Karibu", the Swahili word of welcome. Since it's independence in 1961, Tanzania has proven to be the most peaceful nation in Africa. This is paradoxically both despite of and as a result of the exceptional diversity of its people. Tanzania is home to more than 100 different tribal group...