About Africa Tour Guide

Africa, the planet’s 2nd largest continent and the second most populous contient (afetr Asia) includes 54 individual countries. Africa is surrounded by the mediterranean Sea to the north, both the Suez Canal and the Red Sea along the Sinai Peninsula to the northeast, the Indian Ocean to the east and southeast, and the Atlantic Ocean to the west.

Culture

Rather than one culture, Africa has a number of cultures that overlap. The most conventional distinction is that between sub-Saharan Africa and the northern countries from Egypt to Morocco, who largely associate themselves with Arabic culture. In this comparison, the nations to the south of the Sahara are considered to consist of many cultural areas, in particular that of the Bantu linguistic group.

Divisions may also be made between Francophone Africa and the rest of Africa, in particular the former British colonies of southern and East Africa. Another cultural fault-line is that between those Africans living traditional lifestyles and those who are essentially modern. The traditionalists are sometimes subdivided into pastoralists and agriculturalists.

Languages

By most estimates Africa contains well over a thousands languages. Most languages spoken  in Africa belong to one of three large language families: Afroasiatic, Nilo-Saharan, and Niger-Congo. Another hundred belong to small families such as Ubangian  and the various families called Khoisan, or the Indo- European and Austronesian language families which originated outside Africa.

Religion

Africa is home to many different religious traditions. All of the great world religious traditions are in Africa including Buddhism, Hinduism and Judaism. However, the vast majority of Africans from across the continent identify themselves with one of three religious traditions: indigenous African religions, Islam, and Christianity.

Geography

The continent of Africa borders the southern half of the Mediterranean Sea. The Atlantic Ocean is to the west and the Indian Ocean is to the Southeast. Africa stretches well south of the equator to cover more than 12 million square miles making Africa the world’s second largest continent . Africa is also the world’s second most populous continent. Africa is one of the most diverse places on the planet with a wide variety of terrain, wildlife, and climates.

Top Attraction of Africa

1.       The Masai Mara, Kenya:  The Masai Mara National Reserve is Kenya's premier wildlife park. It was established in 1961 to protect wildlife from hunters. The Masai Mara is the reason many visitors come to Kenya and its beauty and abundant wildlife won't disappoint. This guide to the Masai Mara will tell you what animals you can expect to see, the topography of the area, where to stay, how to get there, and what there is to do beyond the game drives.

2.       Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe/Zambia:  The Victoria Falls are one of the greater natural wonders of the world. If you’re planning a trip to southern Africa you simply have to witness this mile-long curtain of falling water.

3.       Pyramids of Giza Egypt:  The Pyramids of Giza, Just outside Cairo in Egypt, represent one of the greatest architectural feats by man. The last surviving member of the seven wonders of the world, the Great Pyramid of Giza is one of the world’s oldest tourist attractions, built more than 5000 years ago. There are in fact three main pyramids in Giza; the Great Pyramid of Khufu, The Pyramid of kafhre and the smaller Pyramid of Menkaura. Each Pyramid is to a Different king of Egypt.

4.       Cape Town, South Africa: Cape Town is a highlight of any trip to Southern Africa. The natural beauty of Cape Town makes it one of the most attractive cities in the world. Cape Town boasts beautiful beaches as well as the impressive Table Mountain right in the heart of the city. The restaurants are world class, and so are the wines. Cape Town is also one of the most culturally diverse cities in Africa and has reputation for social tolerance.

5.       Zanzibar, Tanzania: Zanzibar is one of Africa's top destinations because of its fascinating history and its incredible beaches. Zanzibar's location in the Indian Ocean (off the coast of Tanzania) has made it a natural trading center throughout its history. Famous for its spices, Zanzibar also became an important slave trading post under its Arab rulers.

 

About African flights

With an ancient history dating back to 3300 BC, Africa has an indefinable mystery and allure surrounding it, and each country within this large continent differs dramatically. The North African countries – Morocco, Egypt or Tunisia are closer in culture to the Arab countries, whereas South Africa is a multicultural melting pot with strong Dutch and British roots. Most of the other countries including Nigeria, Sudan and Mali retain their rich African heritage. 

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