A Kenyan by birth, I'm still amazed by how much there is to see and know about this magical country. The Republic of Kenya is a country in East Africa, made up of 42 different ethnic tribes. Lying along the Indian Ocean to its southeast and at the equator, Kenya is bordered by Somalia to the northeast, Ethiopia to the north, Sudan to the northwest, Uganda to the west and Tanzania to the south. Lake Victoria is to the southwest and is shared between Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. Kenya has numerous wildlife reserves, containing thousands of animal species.
Nairobi, city, capital of Kenya, in Nairobi District, situated at an elevation of about 1660 m (about 5450 ft) in the highlands of the southern part of the country. Nairobi is Kenya's principal economic, administrative, and cultural center and is one of the largest and fastest growing cities in Africa. Nairobi is the only city in the world that has a National Park, Nairobi National Park is a large wildlife preserve on the outskirts of the city, and is a major tourist attraction. Other points of interest include the National Museum of Kenya, known for a display on early humans in Africa; the Parliament buildings; the law courts; City Hall; McMillan Memorial Library; the busy Municipal Market and nearby bazaar; the Kenya National Theatre; and Sorsbie Art Gallery.
Few other countries can offer as much to see and do.You will find timeless cultures unchanged by the modern world, Silver white sandy beaches fringed with palms, savannahs rich with big game, equatorial forests and snow-capped mountains, searing deserts and cool highland retreats and endless opportunities for adventure, discovery, relaxation and much more..
If are planning on touring this magical country, you will not be disappointed and if you have been here before there is always new places to go to and new things to do that will keep you coming back. The incredible diversity of landscapes, cultures, wildlife and activities mean endless opportunities...Check this Blog for more on sites and news of Kenya and travel tips and guides for Kenya.