What does Masai Mara mean?
The Masai Mara got its name from the local people who called the land “Mara” which means “spotted” in Maa. Maa is the name given to the Masai language. … The Masai Mara is the land of the Masai people. The “Mara” is not a National Park but rather a... Read More →
What does Ngorongoro mean?
The Maasai have given Ngorongoro Crater its name, meaning “the black hole”. The Ngorongoro Crater is often called the “Eden of Africa”.
How is Christmas celebrated in Tanzania?
In Tanzania, Christmas is celebrated on 25 December. The celebration starts when Christian Tanzanians go to the Christmas mass, after which they enjoy a Christmas dinner. Christmas dinner often consists of ugali, which is a kind of maize meal, and if they can afford it, chicken or fish are served as well
How difficult is it to learn Swahili?
Swahili is said to be the easiest African language for an English speaker to learn. It’s one of the few sub-Saharan African languages that have no lexical tone, just like in English. It’s also much easier to read as you read out Swahili words... Read More →
What is unique about Tanzania?
Tanzania is home to many of the best and biggest parks in Africa, and some of the most varied and unique landscapes that you’ll ever see. … Home to the Great Wildebeest Migration, each year, Tanzania sees millions of animals make their way across the... Read More →