Things that make Kenya famous

There are a number of things that that makes Kenya famous over many African countries. Unlike some countries, Kenya is a peaceful country and it is not famous for

war. Instead, kenya is reputable in talents, adventure, and other fan facts. Apparently, you are on the right platform in case you need to know what Kenya offers. The following are the things that makes the country popular.

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Migration of wild beast

In the months of July to October, many individuals turn up to witness the movement of wild beast. This magnificent animals migrate yearly. They move across to neighbors Serengeti, Tanzania then back to Masai Mara. The crossing of this mammals is very interesting due to the work of nature.

Wild beast migration

The father of president Obama

President Obama was the 44th president of United States of America. In case you don’t know, the father of President Obama, called Barack Obama Senior was a Kenyan. He came from Rachuonyo District, the previous Luo Nyanza. The grandmother of former president Obama, latte Sarah Obama lived in that village till her death. Some of the family members are still living in that place.

44th president of United States. President Obama, his father was a Kenyan

Big Five makes Kenya famous

Kenya being a home to the big five animals. This animals include, the Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Rhino, and Buffalo. Many game parks and Reserves in the country has at least 2 of this animals. Masai Mara, Amboseli and Tsavo national parks host four of them while while Nairobi national park have all of them. The big five are the reason for many tourists to visit Kenya.

The big five animals

Mt Kenya makes Kenya famous

Mt Kenya, the second largest mountain in Africa after Kilimanjaro. The Kikuyu tribe, particularly those who live on western and southern part believe that their god(Mwene Nyanga)descendent into the mountain from heaven.

Beautiful Mt Kenya, being the second largest mountain in Africa.

The kenyan coast


Kenyan coast attracts many tourists across the globe. The best beach in Kenya, Diana beach has popular beach resorts. Mombasa city offers active nightlife. Moreover, the entire coastal has several private and public beaches. Alongside those beaches, there are several luxurious hotels and restaurants. The Kenyan coast makes Kenya popular since its memorable and enjoyable to many.

The beautiful kenyan coast.

Lupita Nyong’o


Lupita Nyong’o, the black panther actress has also made Kenya famous. Her father, professor Anyang Nyong’o is the senator of kisumu county, Kenya. He has worked with the kenyan government in different capacities. Lupita’s younger brother is a footballer and her sisters work in businesses.

The black parther actress, Lupita Nyong’o comes from kenya

Athletics and sports


Kenya is reputable in athletics and the flag is popular to many individuals. Kenyan athletics are renown in long distance marathon. Many have performed well, including David Rudisha being the world record holder in 800m. Also, Eliud Kipchoge holds the world record at 2 hours 1 minute and 39 seconds. Apart from athletics, Kenya is doing well in IRB sevens. They reached semi finals in 2009 and 2013. Moreover, Kenyan rugby player called Collins Injera has 271 tries in the series, hence securing the second position.

Eliud kipchoge exemplary performance
Kenyan rugby team in Singapore after impressive performance

Flamingos


Flamingos has also made Kenya popular. Flamingos are quirky, tall birds, pink-hued and they rarely migrate. Most of the time you will find those birds resting on one leg though not yet proven scientifically. The birds are common in three soda lakes namely, Lake Nakuru, Lake Bogoria and Lake Elementainta. You can visit the mentioned lakes to watch those popular birds.

Flamingos are common in several soda lakes in Kenya


In conclusion, the above are the main things that make Kenya famous. you can share your views or proposals on comment section. Thank you for reading.

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