The city of Nairobi was founded at the end of the 19th century as a small, primitive city located at the junction of the railway linking Uganda with Mombasa in Kenya. The city continued to grow to become the capital of the British colony of East Africa in 1907. In 1963, Nairobi became the capital of the Republic of Kenya and one of the interesting cities that many tourists would visit when traveling to Kenya.
During this period, Nairobi was the center of trade in coffee, tea and some other herbs. Over time, many new establishments were created in the city, and it flourished to get to this stage of travelers who spend their holidays in Kenya and admire today.
Nairobi is one of the largest and most important cities in the continent. Many flights to various destinations in Africa often transit through the city. With a population of about 4 million people and an area of about 700 square kilometers, Nairobi welcomes hundreds of travelers who enjoy their holidays in Kenya.
Although Nairobi is a fairly important hub, most tourists who travel to Kenya visit Nairobi as a starting point for moving to other destinations in the country, including national parks and safari trips. However, there are several attractions in Nairobi that some travelers might be interested in.
One of the most remarkable sights of Nairobi is definitely Nairobi National Park. The park, founded in 1946 by British colonists, is one of the largest and oldest national parks in the world. Located near the city center, many tourists who travel to Kenya visit the park for half a day or a full day during their stay in Nairobi.
Nairobi National Park is designed to accommodate large numbers of wildlife in their natural habitat. A wide collection of animals includes lions, unicorns, tigers, many reptiles and a huge number of trees and rare plants. With an area of more than 2,200 square meters, Nairobi National Park should visit travelers who spend their holidays in Kenya and visiting Nairobi.
If tourists who visit Kenya have only a few hours to enjoy the natural beauty of the capital, the best advice is to visit Uhura National Park. The park, located near the shopping center of the city, will be a great place for picnics and walks. Thanks to their greenery and natural scenery, tourists are having fun for a couple of hours before they go on tour to Kenya.
There is also the National Museum of Nairobi, which is the largest in the country. The museum illustrated the history of Kenya through several displays, including needlework, fossils of extinct animals, some portraits and many other exhibits. The museum will be an interesting visit to any history fan who spends his vacation in Kenya.
Another remarkable museum located just 10 kilometers from Nairobi is the famous Danish writer Karen Blixen, who lived in Kenya for a long time. She lived in this house since it was first built in 1921, during her stay and experience in Africa, and until she returned to her homeland in Denmark in 1931. Today, the museum welcomes many travelers who enjoy their holidays in Kenya. The museum presents the traditions of Karen Blixen, her furniture and some of the tools she used.
