Delve into Luwumbu in Tanzania
Luwumbu in the region of Iringa is a city in Tanzania - some 249 mi or ( 400 km ) South-West of Dodoma , the country's capital .
Current time in Luwumbu is now 12:30 PM (Friday) . The local timezone is named " Africa/Dar es Salaam " with a UTC offset of 3 hours. Depending on your travel modalities, these larger destinations might be interesting for you: Ukwama, Sumbawanga, Mwakete, Morogoro, and Mbeya. While being here, make sure to check out Ukwama . Are you curious about the possible sightseeing spots and facts in Luwumbu ? We have collected some references on our attractions page.
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Kipengere Range
The Kipengere Range, also known as the Livingstone Mountains, lies in southwest Tanzania at the northern end of Lake Malawi. From the town of Mbeya the range runs south-east and forms part of the eastern escarpment of the East African Rift, extending about 100 km down the north-eastern shore of the lake to the Ruhuhu River. At the north-western end of the range they are known as the Poroto Mountains. Where they tower above the lake they are also known as the Kinga Mountains.
Located at -9.50 34.17 (Lat./Long.); Less than 12 km away
Matema
Matema is a town in southwestern Tanzania. The town is primarily a fishing village with some agriculture. It is located on the northern tip of Lake Nyasa (Lake Malawi) and is 90 kilometres (straight line distance) south-east of Mbeya.
Located at -9.49 34.03 (Lat./Long.); Less than 15 km away
Makete District
Makete District (sometimes also spelled 'Mwakete') is one of the five districts of Njombe Region of Tanzania. It is bordered to the North and West by the Mbeya Region, to the East by the Njombe District and to the South by the Ludewa District. It is divided into six divisions and 17 wards. Makete District was founded in 1979 with the policy of the Ujamaa. Before, this part of Iringa Region belonged to Njombe District.
Located at -9.25 34.17 (Lat./Long.); Less than 17 km away
Lusungo
Lusungo is an administrative ward in the Kyela district of the Mbeya Region of Tanzania. According to the 2002 census, the ward has a total population of 5,819.
Located at -9.50 33.98 (Lat./Long.); Less than 20 km away
Mchuchuma
Mchuchuma in south western Tanzania near the northern tip of Lake Nyasa, is the site of major coal deposits. There is also a thermal power station costing$612m. Recent studies indicate that Mchuchuma/Katewaka coal deposits should be connected to the coast by rail to facilitate exports.
Located at -9.25 34.25 (Lat./Long.); Less than 21 km away
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