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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Mount_KilimanjaroMount Kilimanjaro - Wikipedia

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   Kilimanjaro is a snow-covered mountain 19,710 feet high, and is said to be the highest mountain in Africa. Its western summit is called the Masai 'Ngaje Ngai', the House of God. Close to the western summit there is a dried and frozen carcas of a leopard.

2. www.britannica.com › place › KilimanjaroKilimanjaro | Height, Map, Country, & Facts | Britannica

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   Jun 18, 2024 · Kilimanjaro, volcanic massif in northeastern Tanzania, near the Kenya border. Its central cone, Kibo, rises to 19,340 feet (5,895 metres) and is the highest point in Africa. Kilimanjaro lies about 100 miles (160 km) east of the East African Rift System and about 140 miles (225 km) south of Nairobi, Kenya.

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4. www.nationalgeographic.org › encyclopedia › kilimanjaroKilimanjaro - National Geographic Society

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   Oct 19, 2023 · Learn about Kilimanjaro, Africa's tallest and the world's largest free-standing mountain, located in Tanzania. Find out its volcanic history, snow-capped peak, and wildlife in the surrounding park.

5. www.nationalgeographic.com › travel › articleEverything to know about climbing Mount Kilimanjaro

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   Jun 13, 2024 · Soaring upwards from the Tanzania-Kenya border, Kilimanjaro is Africa’s highest mountain at 19,340ft, one of the Seven Summits and the world’s highest standalone mountain.

6. www.tripsavvy.com › how-to-climb-kilimanjaro-1454591What to Know Before You Climb Mount Kilimanjaro - TripSavvy

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   Sep 9, 2019 · Learn what to know before you climb the highest peak in Africa and the world's tallest free-standing mountain. Find out how to choose a tour operator, time your trip, prepare for success, and pick your route.

7. altezza.travel › en › climbingClimbing Kilimanjaro: Everything a Beginner Needs to Know

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   The most comprehensive guide to climbing Kilimanjaro. Everything you need to know about safety, training, equipment, distances and routes.

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   What does Kilima-Njaro mean?

   • Jim Thompson claimed in 1885, again without support, that the term Kilima-Njaro "has generally been understood to mean" the mountain ( kilima) of greatness ( njaro ). He also suggested "though not improbably it may mean" the white mountain. Njaro is an ancient Kiswahili word for "shining."

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   When was Mount Kilimanjaro National Park established?

   • In 1973 Mount Kilimanjaro National Park was established to protect the mountain above the tree line as well as the six forest corridors that extend downslope through the montane forest belt. The park was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1987. Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania.

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   Who was the first person to climb Kilimanjaro?

   • In 1889, German geographer Hans Meyer and Austrian mountaineer Ludwig Purtscheller became the first people on record to reach the summit of Kilimanjaro. Since then, Kilimanjaro has become a popular hiking spot for locals and tourists.

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   Who is the oldest person to climb Mount Kilimanjaro?

   • The oldest person to climb Mount Kilimanjaro is Anne Lorimor, aged 89 years and 37 days, who reached Uhuru Peak at 3:14 p.m. local time on 18 July 2019. The oldest man to summit is American Fred Dishelhorst, who reached the top on 19 July 2017 at the age of 88 years old.

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9. www.rei.com › blog › travelHow to Hike and Climb Kilimanjaro - Uncommon Path - REI Co-op

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   Oct 31, 2018 · Learn about the challenges, rewards and planning of summiting Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa. Explore the ecological zones, routes, tips and nearby attractions of this iconic peak.