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Kenya Info
ADMINISTRATIVE / COMMERCIAL CAPITAL: Nairobi
GEOGRAPHY
Kenya is a East African country with a total area of 580,000 km2. It is bordered by Uganda to the west, Tanzania to the south, Ethiopia to the north, South Sudan to the north-west and Somalia to the north-east. It has a coastline on the Indian Ocean too.
DEMOGRAPHY
A population of close to 41 Million. Muslims account for about 10% of the population.
CLIMATE
The climate varies by regions.The country receives a great deal of sunshine throughout the year. In the inlands the climate is arid but cool at night and early in the morning. Along the coast the climate is temperate.
LANGUAGES SPOKEN
Swahili and English are the two official languages.
LOCAL TIME
GMT+3 hrs throughout the year
BUSINESS HOURS
General: 8 AM to 5 PM
HOLIDAYS
Independence Day: December 12th
May Day: May 1st
Boxing Day: December 26th
Christmas: December 25th
Muslim Festival (Based on the lunar calandar):
Id-ul-Fitr
Id-ul-Adha
CURRENCY
Kenyan shilling
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS
Police/Medical/Fire: 999
Introduction to Kenya
A jewel of East Africa, Kenya is located along the Indian Ocean. Kenya is a beautiful country with dramatic landscapes, emerald waters, sandy beaches, spanning desert and striking snow-capped mountains too. Travellers to Kenya enjoy amazing adventure activities like bird watching, mountaineering, safaris and much more.A visit to Nairobi, the capital of Kenya is one of the most memorable experiences for travellers visiting the country.
It is one of the most interesting cities in Kenya. The main appeal of the city is the Nairobi National Park; travellers can enjoy a wonderful safari walk in the park. The Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, Giraffe Centre and 14 Falls are excellent natural attractions close to the city.
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Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya
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The Masai Mara National Reserve is an expansive game reserve located in south-western Kenya
Named after the Maasai community, the traditional inhabitants of the area, this national reserve is famous for lions, cheetah and annual migration of several animals including zebra and Thomson's gazelle. The Masai Mara National Reserve is visited every year by thousands of visitors. -
Mombasa Overview
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The gateway to the coast of Kenya, Mombasa is one of the best travel destinations in Kenya. When Ibn Battuta visited Mombasa in the 14th century, it was a small commercial centre, which later on became one of the most important port cities along the East African Coast. Today Mombasa is the largest port in Kenya. -
Kenya Overview
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A jewel of East Africa, Kenya is located along the Indian Ocean. Kenya is a beautiful country with dramatic landscapes, emerald waters, sandy beaches, spanning desert and striking snow-capped mountains too. Travellers to Kenya enjoy amazing adventure activities like bird watching, mountaineering, safaris and much more.
