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Olduvai Gorge
Olduvai Gorge - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaOlduvai Gorge is a steep-sided ravine in the Great Rift Valley that stretches through eastern Africa. It is in the eastern Serengeti Plains in northern Tanzania and is about 48 km (30 mi) long. It is located 45 km (28 mi) from the Laetoli archaeological site. The name is a misspelling of Oldupai Gorge, which was adopted as the official name in 2005. Oldupai is the Maasai word for the wild sisal plant Sansevieria ehrenbergii, which grows in the gorge.[1]
Olduvai Gorge is one of the most important paleoanthropological sites in the world and has been instrumental in furthering the understanding of early human evolution. This site was occupied by Homo habilis approximately 1.9 million years ago, Paranthropus boisei 1.8 million years ago, and Homo erectus 1.2 million years ago. Homo sapiens is dated to have occupied the site 17,000 years ago.
This site is also significant in showing increased developmental and social complexities in hominins. Evidence of this is shown in the production and use of stone tools, which indicates the increase in cognitive capacities. Evidence also indicates the practices of both scavenging and hunting, which are highlighted by the evidence of gnaw marks predating cut marks, and comparisons on percentages of meat versus plant in the early hominid diet. Furthermore, the collection of tools and animal remains in a central area is evidence of increases in social interaction and communal activity
Tanzania and Zambia Railway (Tazara) is cooperating with the government of South Africa to bring in Tanzania tourists from South Africa by using special tourist trains. This cooperation will improve tourism and the government will get revenue and boost economic growth.
Speaking to reporters in Dar es Salaam yesterday, Tazara deputy managing director Damas Ndumbalo said the government through the Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism would benefit from this cooperation because it would get a substantial amount of revenue.
"We are partnering with South Africa to use special tourist trains from South Africa to bring tourists in the country. We are hopeful that this cooperation will boost the tourist industry in Tanzania, increase revenue to the government and stimulate economic growth and development," he said.
Next month Tazara expects to import four locomotives from China to improve the quality of services provided by Tazara trains.
Ndumbalo urged Tanzanians to utilise Tazara transport because it was cheap and secure.
"I call upon businesspeople to utilise this facility for it is cheap," he said.
Villages, which will benefit from this transport include Mlimba, Mbeya, Nakonde and Kitwe. They will transport minerals like copper, agro-products and fertilisers.
The passenger train will travel to Zambia-Kapirimposhi twice a week from Dar es Salaam
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Rovos Rail's luxury train The Pride of Africa runs between Cape Town and Dar es Salaam several times annually. This 14-day private rail tour stretches across South Africa and Botswana, touches Zimbabwe at Victoria Falls, and crosses Zambia to Tanzania. From Kimberley's diamonds to a deluxe South Africa game lodge, from the very British Victoria Falls Hotel to Africa's Great Rift Valley, every day is unique. One highlight: a two-night stay at the five-star Tau Game Lodge with many game drives. Combine with the Blue Train, another South African luxury train, for a unique view of the African subcontinent's diverse, spectacular scenery.
International luxury train, first-class and steam rail tours
FacadeHotel OverviewHyatt Regency Dar es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro is a modern oasis in the heart of the vibrant city of Dar es Salaam with a superb waterfront location, spectacular views of the harbour and Indian Ocean, and a convenient location near Dar es Salaam International Airport. Dar es Salaam is the economic and commercial hub of Tanzania and the most important port in East Africa.This luxury five-star hotel features 180 comfortably appointed, spacious rooms and suites, offering guests authentic hospitality, deluxe amenities and extensive business facilities to meet the needs of all travellers. Guests staying on the Regency Club level enjoy deluxe inroom amenities as well as complimentary daily continental breakfast, all-day tea and coffee and evening cocktails.While staying at Hyatt Regency Dar es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro, guests can look forward to delicious dining in the hotels two renowned restaurants, The Palm and The Oriental, where an international team of chefs offer a wide choice to meet your tastes from European specialties to classic Swahili dishes, or fresh sushi and sashimi and other Asian classics.Flame Tree Lounge is a lively lounge atmosphere with outdoor terrace for morning coffee, light lunches, afternoon tea and cocktails in the evening. Level 8 is the best bar in town with panoramic views of the city and harbour offering a wide variety of premium liquors, wines, cocktails and live music on the weekends. Citrus Bar is our pool-side bar which offers exotic fruit juices, smoothies and iced teas as well as cocktails.Hyatt Regency Dar es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro provides the perfect setting for every occasion. From top-level meetings to private functions or weddings, the hotels numerous meeting rooms, exclusive boardroom and large grand ballroom cater to every need. Hyatt Regency Dar es Salaam, The Kilimanjaros highly professional and well-trained staff carefully meet your needs and requirements before, during and after a meeting or event so that we exceed your expectations at every turn.Unwind at Anantara Spa, a comprehensive wellness centre offering a wide selection of spa treatments in six private treatment rooms, complemented by a sauna, steam rooms and a fitness centre. Or relax outdoors in the infinity swimming pool overlooking the Dar es Salaam harbour.. Rooms & Amenities180 Rooms & SuitesHyatt Hotels Regency Club Rooms Views of city or sea-facing5 Star Hotel Facilities Guest ServicesBusiness CentreAirport Transfer ServiceLimousine & Car RentalAmple parking space available Dining & EntertainmentThe Palm: Swahili and International CuisineOriental: Asian CuisineLevel 8 Lounge In-room Dining Facility ActivitiesAnantara SpaSwimming Pool Shopping Arcade Casino Local Attractions City Tours Sailing on a Dhow Vibrant Markets National Museum Meetings & Events830 sq m of Meeting Space Ballroom for up to 400 guests Wedding VenuesWi-Fi Internet Access
The Indian ocean has for the last two thousand years, been a busy trading route propelled by the northeast monsoon. Every year, between December and march, hundreds of dhows loaded with passenger and commodities called in at the port of Zanzibar. These visit , however, didnt bring just people. goods, and news , but they were also potential transmitter of diseases from all over Asia. Thats why the Zanzibar Government decided to abandon the idea of using Chaanguu island as a prison, despite the project having being completed. Instead it was decided to use Changuu as a quarantine station for the whole of British dependencies in east Africa. Thus the large building initially projected as a jail was never used as such and was instead used as a hospital to the accommodate quarantined people
Mount Kilimanjaro - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaKilimanjaro, with its three volcanic cones, Kibo, Mawenzi, and Shira, is a dormant volcanic mountain in Kilimanjaro National Park, Tanzania. It is the highest mountain in Africa and the highest free-standing mountain in the World at 5,895 metres or 19,341 feet above sea level (the Uhuru Peak/Kibo Peak).[4]
Lake Natron is a salt lake located in northern Tanzania,in the eastern branch of the East African Rift. The lake is fed by the Southern Ewaso Ng'iro River and also by mineral-rich hot springs. It is quite shallow, less than three meters (10 feet) deep, and varies in width depending on its water level, which changes due to high levels of evaporation, leaving concentrations of salt and other minerals, notably sodium carbonate (natron). The surrounding country is dry and receives irregular seasonal rainfall. The lake falls within the Lake Natron Basin Wetlands of International Importance Ramsar Site. Temperatures in the lake can reach 50 degrees Celsius (120 degrees Fahrenheit), and depending on rainfall, the alkalinity can reach a pH of 9 to 10.5 (almost as alkaline as ammonia).