Preparing the Scene

Cameras, Conference and Craters--Adventures of a Texan in Tanzania - 7

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August 3rd 2008
Friday, May 9, 2008 My stomach was still bothering me, so I ate only an egg and one thin pancake. I was afraid to eat anything else. The sunrise was wonderful, especially since I could see Lake Natron in the distance. A majestic view of Oldoinyo Lengai was in another direction. I felt completely at peace. Bill shot video from the hill, while I walked around. Each of us took pictures of the ... read more

Africa » Tanzania » North » Ngorongoro Conservation Area

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Shortly after independence, Tanganyika and Zanzibar merged to form the nation of Tanzania in 1964. One-party rule came to an end in 1995 with the first democratic elections held in the country since the 1970s. Zanzibar's semi-autonomous status and po... ... read more