So you’re getting ready to travel to Kenya. You’re going to be quite far away from home, and you may not even quite know what to expect. There will be a lot to see, and you will probably be traveling quite a bit each day. To give yourself enough energy to hike across Kenya’s breathtaking landscape, you’ll want to relax in a luxury hotel in Nairobi. There are plenty of top-notch hotels to choose from, with the comfort that you need to enjoy your travels during the daytime.
Nairobi is Kenya’s capital and largest city. Its name comes from the Maasai phrase “Enkare Nyorobi”, meaning “the place with cool waters. It is known popularly to Kenyans as the “green city in the sun”. The origins of Nairobi are not ancient; in fact, it was founded by the British in 1899 as a stop on the railway between Mombasa and Uganda on account of its location at the foot of the mountain ranges of the Great Rift Valley. The town quickly developed and became the capital of British East Africa in 1905, replacing Mombasa. Later, in 1963, it became the capital of the Republic of Kenya. The city lies on the Nairobi River in the southern part of Kenya and has an elevation of 5450 feet above sea level. It is the most populous city in all of East Africa, with more than three million residents. It is the fourth largest city on the continent. You can get to know this bustling city at your leisure while you stay in a luxury hotel in Nairobi.
Nairobi has risen to prominence both politically and economically. Many companies and organizations are based there, including the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). It is also an important cultural center, and has played a major role in the history of East Africa. After the end of World War II, an independence movement known as Mau Mau grew out of the city and organized a rebellion against British rule. Jomo Kenyatta, who later became president of Kenya, was jailed for supposed involvement in this rebellion. This rebellion resulted in independence for Kenya in 1963. The city grew rapidly after the country’s independence. From your luxury hotel in Kenya, you can visit important historical sites commemorating the city’s involvement in Kenyan freedom from colonial rule.
As you can see, Nairobi is a fascinating city with a rich history. You can get a sense of urban life in Kenya as well as embark upon various trips into the wilderness. Don’t forget to bring your camera!
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