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Exploring Kenya
HISTORY OF KENYA
Tourism in Kenya has a rich and diverse history that dates back to the early 20th century. The country’s diverse landscapes, wildlife, and cultures have long attracted visitors from around the world. In the early 1900s, Kenya’s tourism industry was primarily focused on hunting and safari expeditions. European colonial officials, wealthy businessmen, and royalty were among the first tourists to visit Kenya, drawn by the prospect of big game hunting and adventure.
There are more than 60 different indigenous languages in Kenya. The official languages in Kenya are English-which is widely spoken to a high standard in the tourism industry and kiswahili which originates from the coastal or western region of Kenya. Other major languages include Kikuyu, luo, akamba and Maa(spoken mostly by maasai). Kenya’s various ethnic groups typically speak their mother tongues within their own communities. English is widely spoken in commerce, schooling, and government offices.
Kenya Cuisine
Kenya’s coastal cuisines are unique and highly regarded in the country. On special occasions, like weddings and feasts, the rice is transformed into a wonderful fragrant mound of colorful hues infused by the spices added like saffron, turmeric, and cayenne plus nuts and dried fruits, it is a celebration of food, known as pilau rice (influenced by Indian cuisine probably dating back to when the Portuguese invaded the coast of Kenya).
Meatballs in Coconut Sauce
The Bomas Harambee Dancers
Founded in 1973 with a mission to preserve the music and dance traditions of Kenya. They frequently perform in both cultural and cooperate events ,the group has travelled all over the word at various forums.
Climate
Kenya’s temperatures vary dramatically with the highlands in the central region of Kenya experiencing considerable cooler temperatures than the coastal( western region of Kenya) and lowlands regions.
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