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Other amazing destinations include Shimba Hills,<br />
Lake Victoria, Lake Turkana and the Ngong Hills<br />
among others.<br />
Uhuru Gardens<br />
Museums & Historical Monuments<br />
Kenya not only offers a natural beauty but is also<br />
rich in history and culture. Those tourists curious<br />
about the people and past of the country can<br />
explore the various museums and monuments on<br />
offer.<br />
Nairobi National Museum<br />
The Nairobi National Museum houses celebrated<br />
collections of Kenyan history, culture and art.<br />
In addition to the educational value offered at the<br />
museum, visitors can relax in the botanical<br />
gardens and take a walk to the snake park<br />
available in the area. Visiting the Museum is a<br />
fantastic afternoon activity for those looking to<br />
relax.<br />
Fort Jesus<br />
Located in the Nairobi City centre, Uhuru Gardens<br />
is the largest memorial park in Kenya. Named for<br />
the Swahili word for freedom ‘Uhuru’, the park is<br />
home to monuments that commemorate the<br />
independence of the country. Residents go to this<br />
park to relax as well as enjoy a jog over the<br />
weekends. A picnic in Uhuru Gardens is a common<br />
way to enjoy an afternoon.<br />
Other amazing historical destinations in Kenya<br />
include Olorgesailie where one can view remains of<br />
early man, Malindi Museum and Koobi Fora among<br />
others.<br />
Summary<br />
This section briefly explores a few of the various<br />
tourist options available to visitors new to<br />
the country. Dividing these options into four main<br />
categories makes the process of deciding<br />
between them a little easier. These categories<br />
are:<br />
i) Beaches<br />
ii)<br />
iii)<br />
iv)<br />
National Parks and Reserves<br />
Mountains, Hills and Valleys<br />
Museums and Historical Monuments<br />
An important historical landmark in the East African<br />
region and a national treasure, Fort Jesus in located<br />
in Mombasa. It was built to secure<br />
the safety of Portuguese living on the East Coast of<br />
Africa. The fort was used as a barrack for the<br />
soldiers and converted to a prison when the British<br />
colonized the area. Today it is a museum visited by<br />
historically curious tourists from all over the world.<br />
A few examples are highlighted in each section.<br />
However, there are numerous destinations<br />
that fall into these general categories. These<br />
destinations are the most popular and are sure to<br />
get you started on the beautiful journey of<br />
discovering Kenya.
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