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Africa
Touted by anthropologists as one of the birthplaces of civilization, Africa is a treasure trove of wildlife and history. It carries the world's longest river, the Nile, which runs nearby the Great Pyramids of Egypt, as well as the highest free-standing mountain, Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. From the old gold empires of Mali to the elephants in the Serengeti, Africa presents an astounding opportunity for new horizons and adventure.
Little Known Fact
At about 30.2 million km² (11.7 million sq mi) including adjacent islands, Africa covers 6% of the Earth's total surface area and 20.4% of the total land area. With a billion people (as of 2009, see table) in 61 territories, it accounts for about 14.8% of the world's human population.
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