Nakuru is the provincial capital of Kenya's Rift Valley province. With a population of 300,000, Nakuru is the fourth largest urban center in Kenya, located at an altitude of 1850 meters above sea level.
Enjoy an enriching experience on Kenya travel with historical explorations in Nakuru in Kenya. The archaeological findings take the history of Nakuru back to the prehistoric era, found about 8 km from the Central Business District at the Hyrax Hill reserve. Kenya's 4th largest city, Nakuru today attracts tourists and travelers in droves. The modern town of Nakuru like many others in Kenya, derives its name from the Maasai speaking people of Kenya. During the colonial times, the British founded Nakuru as part of the White highlands. From being just a part of the White highlands, Nakuru has grown into a cosmopolitan town.
The history of Nakuru dates as early as the history of Kenya. In ancient times, Nakuru was a town and a district. The town was for a longtime a melting pot of politics of the country. The town was home to celebrated politicians featuring the late Kariuki Chotara, Kihika Kimani and the late Mirugi Kariuki.
With a great boost of tourism in Nakuru, the city has become one of the leading tourist destinations in Kenya. With a profusion of natural resources, tourism plays a key role in adding to the economy of the city. The Lake Nakuru, one of the Rift Valley soda lakes, which is a part of the Lake Nakuru National Park is the chief attraction of Nakuru in Kenya. The Lake Nakuru National Park is every ornithologist's delight. The national park is home to a colorful array of flamingoes, which can be sighted along the shallow lake. You can also indulge in some wildlife spotting during a safari.
Several other places of interest have made Nakuru, one of the finest Kenya tourist destinations. The Menengai Crater, a dormant volcano is one of the primary tourist attractions you must see on tours to Nakuru. It is the second largest surviving volcanic crater in the world.
The Rift Valley Sports Club located in the centre of the town of Nakuru. It is an ideal spot for sports lovers. The club plays host to a variety of sporting activities, amongst which cricket is the most popular.
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