The Republic of Kenya is a country in East Africa. Lying along the Indian Ocean, at the equator, Kenya is bordered by Ethiopia (north), Somalia (northeast), Tanzania (south), Uganda plus Lake Victoria (west), and Sudan (northwest). The capital city is Nairobi. Kenya spans an area about 85% the size of France or Texas. The population has grown rapidly in recent decades to nearly 38 million. Kenya has numerous wildlife reserves, containing thousands of animal species.
The country is named after Mount Kenya, a significant landmark and the second among the highest mountain peaks of Africa, and both were originally usually pronounced /ˈkiːnjə/ in English, though the native pronunciation and the one intended by the original transcription Kenia was [ˈkɛnja]. During the presidency of Jomo Kenyatta in the 1960s, the current English pronunciation of /ˈkɛnjə/ became widespread because his name retained the native pronunciation. Before 1920, the area now known as Kenya was known as the British East Africa Protectorate and so there was no need to mention mount when referring to the mountain.
East African countries. Pro Indian Ocean. Area 58 26 million square kilometers. Population 25.4 million (1994). Nairobi. Most of the plateau. Equator across the middle, mostly tropical highland climate. Residents are involved in farming, coffee and tea are the main export commodity. Tourism is an important source of foreign exchange.
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Republic of Kenya in eastern Africa, across the equator to the southeast, the Indian Ocean. An area of 582,646 square kilometers, population 22,397,000, the capital of Nairobi,
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Best time to travel in Kenya: Kenya's terrain, climate, very different, changing the climate in Kenya to bring the colorful natural landscape and rich species resources, from the tropical oceans, deserts to snow in the mountains of Kenya to different The many faces presented in front of travelers. Kenya has two rainy seasons a year, is not suitable for tourism: a long rainy season in the end of March to 6 months, the short rains at the end of October to early December. Tourist season is December to March and January to September and 7. Folk Festivals in Kenya: the Kenya customs, local people are taboo about skin color, speak the national flag and the president must not offend. "7" and the "7" at the end of any number is unlucky. Kenya Special tips: 1 Visa: Kenya Embassy in Beijing and the Consulate General of Kenya visa can be issued, but generally only accept Beijing tours or business visa, do not accept applications for personal travel; Hong Kong can provide individual Tours visa, the visa usually one to two weeks to do ahead of time to provide passport photos, ID card copy, 50 dollars; Nairobi, Kenya, the airport can provide off the visa and 50 dollars. 2, law and order: law and order in general poor in Nairobi said that, so far as walking down the street during the day, do not take the lane, try not to go out at night, as little as possible when shopping with cash. Law and order in other towns in Kenya are good. 3, the epidemic: 10 days in advance to Africa to fight yellow fever vaccine will be issued a yellow finish this post, bring together with the passport, and some time to check clearance. 4, commonly used items: Kenya, complex terrain, large temperature difference between summer and spring clothing should be prepared. Water repellent, sunscreen, and should take some commonly used drugs. 5, Bank: Bank Monday to Friday, 9 am to 3 pm, open, and some bank branch Saturday, 9 am to 11 pm is also open for business, many banks are equipped with 24-hour automated teller machine. Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi and Moi International Airport provides 24-hour foreign currency bank branch exchange service. 6, Power: Kenya voltage 220/240 volts, 50 hertz. Socket for 3-phase square head, the best portable adapter plug. 7, contact: Kenyan people warm and friendly, they like to provide help for the tourists, even as you lead the way and go great distances. Saying "jambo" (Swahili: Hello) can quickly narrow the distance between you and them, a small box made in China could cool oil than any gift they happy. But some details need attention, such as the locals do not like to say "black skin" and more readily accept the "brown." They also do not like the official language English, if they can learn a few simple common Swahili, even if only a few words, and sounds strange, this friendly efforts to make sure they double your favor. Kenya food: natural products rich in Kenya, the Great Rift Valley in the fertile volcanic soil produces a large number of fresh vegetables, while coastal areas are rich tropical fruit and fresh seafood. Kenya has a long history as a colony of European countries, so very common in Western-style dishes and authentic. A large number of Asian-American residents have brought to this large number of Indian, Pakistani and other sub-continent style hotel. Swahili coast is the famous birthplace of cooking, which is a combination of cooking the Middle East and Africa, but also contains a coastal flavor. Kenya's climate is suitable for all over the al fresco dining. You can start the day with a hearty breakfast, jungle adventures, and finally in Kenya in the beautiful sun_set_ drink alcohol get rid of travel fatigue. Shopping Kenya: Kenya's crafts, like the country as unique and colorful. There are exquisite wood carvings, beautiful fabrics, beautiful jewelry, as well as toilet paper by the salsa African style hand-drawn painting, leather making with African wild animals of various handicrafts and so on, waiting to be discovered. Bargain: open-air market in Kenya, bargaining is a very natural thing. The art of bargaining in Kenya have deep cultural roots, and is considered essential business skills. So the asking price on the market are often intentionally inflate the counter-offer do not have to think twice, out come all your negotiating skills. Practical Swahili: bei ya mwisho (last reserve price). Kenya Transportation: External: Airline: Kenya has three international airports: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, Moi International Airport in Mombasa, in the amount of Erduoleite Moi International Airport. There are direct flights to Guangzhou, Nairobi, three times a week, 19:10 to take off, 4:55 am local time to arrive every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday flights. Return 11:10 local time off, arrive 6:30 am, every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday flights. Internal: Railways: Kenya has only one railway, leading from the port of Mombasa Uganda, built by the British colonial era. Wo National Park through the check rail, take the train enjoying the spectacular views of African grasslands is absolutely unforgettable experience. However, the frequency of trains in different seasons have different, to be booked in advance. Highway: The road conditions vary widely in Kenya, will be very poor in remote areas. Coach, mostly China and Pakistan, fixed fares, people over the grid. To the National Park tour, you must join the local safari, pack food, lodging, car and tickets, but you can choose the days and routes, there is a certain degree of freedom. There are many safari company in Nairobi to choose from. Can arrange guides speaking Chinese drivers, but the price will be higher. Kenya Accommodation: from youth hostels to five star luxury suites, built in the wilderness from their tents to rest in a private seaside villa, the different preferences of different budgets, there are different options to Kenya. Camp: camp in the bush, the beauty of the starry night sky lit bonfires, ushered in the dawn of a lion's roar. Like the comfort of visitors, there are fixed tents to choose from. Such a large tent built on high wooden platform, with separate stands, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the distance. Tents equipped with beds and furniture, usually with a separate toilet. Jungle Hotel: Hotel many of the local jungle safari when early European aristocrats living villas, these hotels are usually designed to integrate into the surrounding environment as much as possible, focus on using local natural construction materials and traditional art and decoration. Number of hotels for each protected area is controlled, generally 2-3, facilities and services, some simple, some extravagant, unique. Most hostels provide meals, with lounge and bar, you can usually enjoy the beautiful scenery, or overlooking the pond to attract wildlife or saline land. Many are experts in the natural store, and the organization of foot travel to distant lands or wildlife off-road vehicle travel guides. Rental housing: the jungle from the old country cottage, to the historic Swahili coast luxury, from city apartments to provide room service to the inaccessible door is the beautiful beach villa, private property in all parts of Kenya for short or long term hire. Most of the property for rental facilities, and some have staff to help cook meals and clean as well. Private property can be rented from a new perspective to experience Kenya, to holiday at home but also as free and comfortable. Hostel: Almost all towns in Kenya offer a cheap hostel with basic facilities. In many tourist areas, has for backpackers, low-cost private campsites and small hostels.
Nairobi Province