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Africa: The Cradle of Civilization - Africa is a place that has been misunderstood, its history largely ignored and distorted. Africa has only just begun to be studied in all its splendour and richness. The stories, myths, and legends surrounding Ancient Africa have always fascinated mankind. A mysterious land where few ever ventured. Who were they? What were they like? How did they live? This is a site that not only answers all these questions but also takes a journey through time, examining the wonders of a myriad of ancient cultures. From the pharaohs of Ancient Egypt, to the grand emperors of Abyssinia and the legendary kings of Ghana, this site presents a picture of the ideas and the traditions of African civilizations. One is able to fully experience the true beauty of Africa and its peoples through interactive games, discussions, profiles and so much more. Educators as well as students are able to take advantage of numerous features in this site directed at the educational community. Ultimately, the richness of earlier civilizations should help us realize how much we have in common with the past. By looking at the past, we can discover what Africa has been, what Africa is, and what the future holds for this majestic land.
Britannica.com-Central Africa - In the15th century central Africa came into regular contact with the outer world for the first time. Hitherto all external contact had been indirect and slow. Language, technology, and precious objects had spread to affect peoples' lives, but no regular contact was maintained. In the 15th century central Africad direct relations both with the Mediterranean world of Islam and with the Atlantic world of Christendom. The Islamic contacts remained limited until the 19th century, though the great Spanish Muslim Leo Africanus visited the northern states of central Africa in the early 16th century and described them in Latin for the benefit of the Vatican, where he worked for a time. Discover more here!
Burundi - As one of the Africa's most densely populated nations, Burundi is landlocked, and situated a few miles south of the equator. The capital city is Bujumbura, the currency is the Burundi Franc and the official languages are French and Kirundi. The population approaches 6 million.
Central African Republic - The former French colony of Ubangi-Shari became the Central African Republic upon independence in 1960. After three tumultuous decades of misrule - mostly by military governments - a civilian government was installed in 1993.
Central African Republic - Central African Republic is in Central Africa bordering with Chad, Cameroon, Democratic Republic of Congo, Sudan and Congo. It covers an area of 624,975sq.km with a population of 6.98 million. Its capital city is Bangui other major towns are Kaga Bandoro and Sibut.
CountryWatch.com - Africa - CountryWatch.com is an information provider for schools, universities, libraries and individuals who need up-to-date information and news on the countries of the world and for the public and private sector organizations with global operations and interests.
Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Principe - São Tomé and Principe was discovered by the Portuguese in 1486. A beautiful archipelago, just off the West Coast of Africa, the nation has been scarred by a history of slavery and plantation farming. The Islands gained their independence from Portugal in 1975, and since have embarked on a rocky route to improving their economy and the conditions of life.
Kilimanjaro - EWP Information - Many mountain walkers visiting East Africa are attracted to the highest point in Africa - Uhuru Point on Kibo - which can be reached by several easy walking or scrambling routes. There are two main summits, craggy Mawenzi, 5149m, and 'flat-topped', Kibo, 5896m. The Saddle, a 5km wide, high-altitude, semi-desert separates the two. From the summit glaciers, screes, cliffs, afro-alpine moorland then forests lead down to the cultivated foothills below.
Mt. Kilimanjaro: Notes For Climbing - Mt Kilimanjaro climbing information and a packing list for combining climbing with a bike tour.
The Living Africa - This is an excellent ThinkQuest site on the continent of Africa that teaches students about the people, the land, and the wildlife. There are too many topics to list, but not only can you go on a virtual safari, you can also send electronic post cards to friends, explore the Living Atlas, and take the Wildlife Conservation Challenge.
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