The famous American author,Ernest and Pauline Hemingway spent about 80 days in the present East Africa that is from December 8th,1933 to February 28th, 1934. They dedicated sixty days to hunting safari while the first fortnight in January was interrupted by illness (amoebic dysentery).
Hemingway who arrived in Arusha on December 21st, stopped for swimming at then the New Arusha Hotel.
On December 24th, the group proceeded to the Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti, Lake Manyara and Tarangire.
Then, he continued to Tanga via Babati, Kondoa and Kibaya. It was in this trip he narratively extolled the beauty of then Tanganyika. In his non-fiction book Green Hills of Africa (1935) and a 1934 Esquire letter, Ernest Hemingway wrote:
"Nothing that I have ever read has given me any idea of the beauty of the country".
"I knew a good country when I saw it".
"I never knew of a morning in Africa when I woke up that I was not happy".
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19 Facts You May Not Know About Tanzania:
1.Swahili (Kiswahili) and English are the official languages of Tanzania, with Swahili widely spoken as a lingua franca across the country.
2. Dodoma is the capital city of Tanzania, although Dar es Salaam is the largest city and the economic hub of the country.
3. Tanzania is located in East Africa and is bordered by Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Zambia, Malawi, Mozambique, and the Indian Ocean.
4. Tanzania has a population of over 60 million people, making it one of the largest countries in East Africa by population.
5. The country is home to Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak, which attracts climbers and adventurers from around the world.
6. Tanzania is renowned for its diverse wildlife and is home to the famous Serengeti National Park, known for its annual migration of wildebeest and zebras.
7. The island of Zanzibar, off the coast of Tanzania, is known for its historic Stone Town, spice plantations, and beautiful beaches.
8. Tanzania was formed as a union between Tanganyika (mainland) and Zanzibar in 1964, creating the United Republic of Tanzania.
9. The Great Rift Valley runs through Tanzania, contributing to its diverse geography, including lakes such as Lake Victoria, Lake Tanganyika, and Lake Malawi.
10. Tanzania has a tropical climate, with coastal areas experiencing hot and humid conditions, while the interior regions are generally cooler and drier.
11. Mount Kilimanjaro, with its snow-capped summit, is a popular destination for trekking and climbing, attracting outdoor enthusiasts and adventurers.
12. The Maasai people are one of the prominent ethnic groups in Tanzania, known for their pastoralist lifestyle, distinctive attire, and cultural traditions.
13. Tanzania has a rich cultural heritage, with traditional music, dance, and art playing an important role in everyday life and celebrations.
14. The economy of Tanzania is largely based on agriculture, with crops such as maize, cassava, coff
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