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Information on Tanzania

Tanzania is a country that is rich in culture and traditions. The history of Tanzania is also one of the precious heritage and pride of the world. From the early days of mankind's history, man has called the land of Tanzania home. The green mountains, the scrubland plains of Tanzania are very beautiful. The reflection of the arrival of merchants and traders on the Swahili Coast to the peaceful political climate exists till today.

Culture of Tanzania: Music

The music of Tanzania includes Taarab music which is a synthesis of pre-Islamic Swahili tunes sung in rhythmic poetic style spiced with general Islamic melodies. Taarab forms a main part of the social life of the Swahili people along the coastal areas. The people of Zanzibar, Tanga and even further in Mombasa and Malindi along the Kenya coast also do enjoy the Taarab music.

Culture of Tanzania: Art

Tanzanian painting is very popular and is very beautiful. Tingatinga paintings are the paintings in Tanzania that are brightly colored and have a whimsical nature. The painters include

• Edward Said
• Tinga Tinga
• Mohammed Raza
• Elias Jengo
• Stephen Ndibalema.

• Ugali
• Chapatti (Fried Flat Bread)
• Mango-Orange Drink
• Ndizi Kaanga (Fried Bananas or Plantains)
• Wali wa Nazi (Rice in Coconut Milk)
• Supu Ya Ndizi (Plantain Soup)
• Date Nut Bread
• Sweet Potato Pudding