I have witnessed the rich history of my country, Tanzania, by coming to Mwitongo here in Butiama. Mwalimu Nyerere contributed immensely to our nation, and you will discover this when you visit this remarkable mausoleum dedicated to Mwalimu J.K. Nyerere, our first president, here in Tanzania. In short, I had an extraordinary experience, and the delightful lady member of staff who guided us around the grounds was an absolute treasure! I was able to place flowers on the grave of Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere, our first president here in Tanzania. On 13 May 2005, Pope Benedict XVI declared Julius Kambarage Nyerere the Servant of God, marking the first step towards his beatification and eventual canonisation as a saint. Let us continue to pray for God's will to...
Read moreThis is the place where Mwalimu Julius Kambarage Nyerere was born and it is also the place where the father of the Tanzanian nation was buried. It is a very good place to learn historical things, especially the history of Tanzania and the history of the father of the nation in general. This place also has a quiet environment and a very quiet library withvarious...
Read moreThe residence and museum are close, and you can visit both places in one day, but you pay an entry fee separately. I personally enjoyed the residence more, the guide was very friendly and managed to explain and answer all the questions. There is a restaurant but the food is pre order, I would advise on ordering first before you...
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