About Tanzania

About Tanzania Kondoa Rock Art Sites: Ancient Paintings in Central Tanzania Hundreds of painted rock shelters near Kondoa show people and animals painted over thousands of years. A UNESCO World Heritage Site off the usual… October 17, 20262 min read About Tanzania The Maasai: Culture, Traditions and Visiting a Boma The Maasai are East Africa's best-known people. Their way of life, beliefs, dress and ceremonies, and how to visit a boma respectfully. October 17, 20262 min read About Tanzania The Hadzabe: Tanzania’s Hunter-Gatherers The Hadzabe live by hunting and gathering near Lake Eyasi, as their ancestors did for thousands of years. Their way of life, language and… October 17, 20262 min read About Tanzania The Chagga People of Kilimanjaro The Chagga live on Kilimanjaro's fertile slopes. Their farming, coffee, underground caves, history and the guides who lead climbers to the summit. October 17, 20262 min read About Tanzania Tribes of Tanzania: An Introduction to Its Peoples Tanzania has more than 120 ethnic groups living together in peace. The largest and best-known peoples, where they live and how Swahili unites them. October 17, 20262 min read About Tanzania Public Holidays and Festivals in Tanzania Tanzania's public holidays and the festivals worth planning a trip around, from Sauti za Busara in Zanzibar to the Kilimanjaro Marathon. October 17, 20262 min read About Tanzania Tanzanian Food: Dishes to Try on Your Trip Ugali, nyama choma, pilau, chipsi mayai and Zanzibar pizza. The dishes and drinks to try in Tanzania, and where to find them. October 17, 20262 min read About Tanzania Tanzanian Culture and Etiquette: A Visitor’s Guide Greetings, dress, photography, food and religion: the customs that help you connect with Tanzanians and avoid causing offence. October 17, 20262 min read

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