Tanga, Coastal city in northeastern Tanzania
Located on the Pemba Channel of the Indian Ocean, Tanga features numerous beaches, coral reefs, and the Usambara Mountains reaching 2,000 meters above sea level.
Persian traders established this coastal settlement in the 14th century, which later became a German colonial administrative center with modernized port facilities in the 1890s.
The annual African Heritage Festival showcases Tanzanian traditions through performances, while local markets display crafts and textiles from Swahili, Arab, and African influences.
Visitors can find accommodations at Tanga Beach Resort, Mkonge Hotel, and Inn by the Sea, with rates ranging from 20 to 150 US dollars per night.
The Amboni Caves near the city center form an extensive limestone cave system, containing archaeological remains and geological formations dating back thousands of years.
Location: Tanga Region
Inception: 1891
Website: http://tanga.go.tz
GPS coordinates: -5.07220,39.09935
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:48
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