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cinemas & bookshops in Tanzania

If you are an ESL teacher living and working abroad, finding reading material in English or a cinema showing films in English can sometimes be difficult. To help you, we are compiling a directory of English language bookshops and cinemas worldwide.

English language bookshops in Tanzania
English language cinemas in Tanzania

travel guides & language books for Tanzania

The Rough Guide to Tanzania - Edition 2
A 24-page full-colour section introduces Tanzania's highlights, from the volcanic landscapes of the Ngorongoro Crater to the Indian Ocean beaches of Zanzibar. From climbing Mount Kilimanjoro to arranging a Serengeti safari, this guide has all the practical advice you will need. There is an extensive chapter on learning and speaking Kiswahili, plus reliable coverage of Tanzania's history, politics, environment, wildlife and music. The guide comes complete with maps and town plans for every region.

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Zanzibar: The Insider's Guide
This guide takes you on a journey through an archipelago that has one of the most vibrant economies in the region and is home to athriving arts and cultural scene. It also gives you insight into the life of the Zanzibari people and the Swahili culture, offers practical details on the various accommodation options and great shops in Stone Town, and wonderful insider tips on where to find the best arts, crafts, festivals and music on your travel.

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map & facts

Union Day (Tanganyika and Zanzibar), 26 April (1964)
International dialing code: 255
Population: 36,588,225
Language: Swahili, English
Government: republic
Religion: mainland - Christian 30%, Muslim 35%, indigenous beliefs 35%; Zanzibar - more than 99% Muslim
Climate: varies from tropical along coast to temperate in highlands
Map of Tanzania

The CIA World Factbook

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