For most people, Africa remains a mystery continent. Many do not realize that there are fifty-four different countries that make up the African continent. The spectacular animals that inhabit the grasslands and African savannas are only part of Africas story. Africa has amazing mountains, jungles, deserts and rugged coastlines. It has small tribal villages and modern cosmopolitan cities. It has one of the richest tapestries of cultures in the world today. This book explores many of these places and their unique beauty.