Usambara Mountain Lushoto (Western Usambara)
The West Usambara Mountains are situated in north eastrn Tanzania between Mount Kilimanjaro and the Indian Ocean.These mountains rise steeply from the surrounding plain and can only be entered via a few roads.The only paved road in the area winds along a small river to the towns of Soni and Lushoto.During colonial times the Germans and English favored these mountains,as evidenced by the numerous historic buildings.Frm a far,the mountains are a colorful mosaic.On the fertile slopes around Soni and Lushoto,farmers cultivate small plots.Father away from the towns,large areas of land are covered by dense tropical rain forests.The viewpoints on the southern and Western sides of the West Usambaras are well known for the spectacular views of the Mkomazi and Handeni plains,and Mount Kilimanjaro on the horizon.At the end of the day the sunset turns the area into a palette of unforgettable colors.