City: Kenya

Kenya, Kenya

Capital and largest city: Nairobi 1°16′S 36°48′E / 1.267°S 36.800°E / -1.267; 36.800

Official languages: English Kiswahili

National language: Kiswahili

Ethnic groups (2018): 22% Kikuyu 14% Luhya 13% Luo 12% Kalenjin 11% Kamba 6% Kisii 6% Meru 15% other African 1% non-African

Demonym: Kenyan

Government: Unitary presidential constitutional republic

• President: Uhuru Kenyatta

• Deputy President: William Ruto

• Speaker of the Senate: Kenneth Lusaka

• Speaker of the National Assembly: Justin Muturi

• Chief Justice: David Maraga

• Attorney General: Githu Muigai

Legislature: Parliament

• Upper house: Senate

• Lower house: National Assembly

Independence

• from the United Kingdom: 12 December 1963

• Republic declared: 12 December 1964

Area

• Total: 580,367 km (224,081 sq mi) (48th)

• Water (%): 2.3

Population

• 2017 estimate: 49,125,325 (28th)

• 2009 census: 38,610,097

• Density: 78/km (202.0/sq mi) (124th)

GDP (PPP): 2018 estimate

• Total: $175.659 billion

• Per capita: $3,657.068

GDP (nominal): 2018 estimate

• Total: $85.980 billion

• Per capita: $1,790.014

Gini (2014): 42.5 medium · 48th

HDI (2015): 0.555 medium · 146th

Currency: Kenyan shilling (KES)

Time zone: EAT (UTC+3)

Date format: dd/mm/yy (AD)

Drives on the: left

Calling code: +254

ISO 3166 code: KE

Internet TLD: .ke

Top Things to do in Kenya

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Things to do in Kenya, Kenya: The Best Historic Sites

January 20, 2022 Sheron Bogner

Coordinates: 1°N 38°E / 1°N 38°E / 1; 38
Restaurants in Kenya

1. Sacred Mijikenda Kaya Forests

Kenya

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100%

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5.0 based on 1 reviews

2. Mala Mala Campsite

Pcea Ilngarooj Boys Secondary School, Ngong 00619 Kenya +254 722 427045 http://www.malamalacampsite.com

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100%

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5.0 based on 2 reviews

3. Lamu Old Town

Lamu Island Kenya

Excellent

56%

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30%

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4.5 based on 325 reviews

Distinctive architectural features in this old town center, such as enclosed courtyards and intricately carved doorways, exhibit the confluence of Arabic, Indian and European cultures.

Reviewed By Shw3ta86 - Mombasa, Kenya

Best way to explore the old town and navigate the narrow alleys is to get a local guide. After the tour make sure to enjoy some local swahili cuisine at the various ocean front restaurants.

4. Jumba la Mtwana

Kilifi district, Coast province, Mombasa 80100 Kenya http://www.museums.or.ke/content/blogcategory/8/40/

Excellent

43%

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45%

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12%

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4.5 based on 42 reviews

Reviewed By 200nickn - Nairobi, Kenya

I love the walk through the ruins with the shore on the background a lot of history behind it having the beach nearby makes it a perfect choice

5. Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages

336 Karen Road, Nairobi Kenya +254 728 787607 [email protected] http://www.karenblixencoffeegarden.com/

Excellent

50%

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36%

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10%

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4.5 based on 563 reviews

Reviewed By kaypasa55

It is very peaceful and attractive here..... I was inspired to read her fascinating book, Out of Africa, on my return flights back the United States... lots of insights into the peoples and nature around Nairobi during the colonial period of the early 1900's.

6. Eliye Springs

Kenya http://www.eliyespringsresort.com/

Excellent

60%

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20%

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10%

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10%

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4.5 based on 10 reviews

7. Thimlich Ohinga

Kisumu 00200 Kenya +254 721 308485 http://www.museums.or.ke/thimlich-ohinga/

Excellent

60%

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27%

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13%

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4.5 based on 15 reviews

8. Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site

Lake Nakuru National Park Kenya +254 20 3742741 https://www.museums.or.ke/

Excellent

31%

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38%

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31%

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4.0 based on 16 reviews

With the discovery of Iron Age and Neolithic artifacts on this spot, paleontologists Louis and Mary Leakey unlocked thrilling mysteries to Kenya’s ancient prehistory.

Reviewed By johnnZ451JG - Nairobi, Kenya

You can have the best views of lake Nakuru National park while here, please take care of your belongings and always keep your vehicles closed to keep off the crazy baboons.

9. Leven House

Near Old Kilindini Road, Mombasa 80100 Kenya 225428

Excellent

38%

Good

13%

Satisfactory

38%

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13%

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4.0 based on 8 reviews

10. Old Town

Near Ndia Kuu Road, Mombasa 00200 Kenya +254 720 650869 http://www.smiletoafricaadventure.com/

Excellent

30%

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35%

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27%

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4.0 based on 542 reviews

Reviewed By alfredboss - Emirate of Dubai, United Arab Emirates

We visited the old town with Erick,the town is made of narrow streets,many local shops with lots of local people.thanks Erick for your help +254715577497

City: Kenya

Top Things to do in Kenya

Top Hotels in Kenya

Countries

Things to do in Kenya, Kenya: The Best Historic Sites

1. Sacred Mijikenda Kaya Forests

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2. Mala Mala Campsite

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3. Lamu Old Town

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Reviewed By Shw3ta86 - Mombasa, Kenya

4. Jumba la Mtwana

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Reviewed By 200nickn - Nairobi, Kenya

5. Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages

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Reviewed By kaypasa55

6. Eliye Springs

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7. Thimlich Ohinga

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8. Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site

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Reviewed By johnnZ451JG - Nairobi, Kenya

9. Leven House

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10. Old Town

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Reviewed By alfredboss - Emirate of Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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