Nairobi is the capital and largest city of Kenya. The city and its surrounding area form the Nairobi Province. The name "Nairobi" means "the place of cool waters" and is famous for its scenic beauty. Nairobi is a colonial creation that sprang up from the construction of the Mombasa to Uganda railway in the late 19th century. Since then it has developed in leaps and bounds to become a centre for international business and now has become a cosmopolitan and multicultural city. But the city has maintained a strong British presence, and a lasting legacy from colonial rule. Nairobi is also known as the safari capital of Africa. It offers lot of thrill and adventure due to its proximity to the Africa's natural wildlife park. The city has many shopping complexes, eating outlets and several tourists attractions. The perfect weather and the rich culture make it an excellent place to visit.
Read MoreMombasa is the second largest town in Kenya, built on an Island composed of solid coral reef. It was once referred to as the gateway to the black continent (Africa) by slave traders and European missionaries. It is a major port and is the centre of the coastal tourism industry. The awe-inspiring landscapes, numerous attractions and pleasant weather have given a boost to the flow of the tourists here. The Arabic influence can be very much felt all around inside the city. The dress, the architecture and the food of Mombasa all have Arabic touch. Mombasa is an excellent place if you are planning a holiday for a break from your monotonous life.
Read MoreNakuru is Kenya's 4th largest city located in the North-western part of Nairobi. It is an important agricultural city, trade center, and transportation hub for the whole of Kenya. Nakuru isn't dominated by a single tribe but several tribes. You will definitely feel the diversity in the festivals, food, events and culture. Nakuru boasts an excellent tourism infrastructure and has many interesting sights for viewing. The town continues to grow and has good hotel facilities, excellent transport system and friendly atmosphere.
Read MoreGarissa is a city in North Eastern Province, Kenya. It is the capital of the province and Garissa District. It lies on the Tana River and is popular as the geographical 'gateway' to the North Eastern province. The city has a lot in store for the people and can never let you get bored. The beautiful beaches, pleasant weather, several places for entertainment, bars and discos, everything makes it a perfect destination.
Read MoreKenya is a country which is situated in East Africa and is officially called the Republic of Kenya. The nineteen national parks and game reserves providing photo safaris, beautiful beaches and the scenic beauty are the star attractions of the tourism of Kenya.
Kenyan Shilling (KES)
580,367 square km (224,080 square miles)
43,013,341
Swahili & English
+254
EAT (UTC+3)
The climate of Kenya is tropical along the coast, temperate towards the inland and arid in the north and the northeast of Kenya. The nights and the early mornings are cooler while the days are full of sunshine. The period between March and June is the rainy season of Kenya. The months of February and March, which occur just before the rainy season, are the hottest months of the March.
Kenya has one of the largest areas of lands under agriculture in Africa. Kenya is a land of mountains and glaciers.
Territory & Capital : Kenya lies between latitudes 5 degrees N and 5 degrees S and longitudes 34 degrees and 42 degrees E. It is surrounded by Tanzania on the south, the Indian Ocean on the south-east, Uganda to the west, South-Sudan to the northwest, Somalia to the north-east, Ethiopia to the north. Nairobi is the capital and the largest city of Kenya. Nairobi is popularly known as the “Green City in the Sun”.
Suitable Visiting Seasons : Kenya is a tourist’s paradise and can be visited all throughout the year. However, the dry season of June to October provides the best opportunities for the tourists. This is the time when the chances of rainfall ruining the trip.
Kenya has a proper network of roadways connecting all the major and small cities. The railway system connects the major ports and cities with each other and also with the neighboring state of Uganda. Apart from these Kenya also has airways and seaways.
The following types of visas are issued by the Kenyan authorities:
Besides the above, application for citizenship can also be forwarded.