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Description Noted worldwide for its abundant wildlife, Kenya is a popular stop for tourists, especially those interested in exotic animal safaris. At one time is was controlled by the Arabs, seized by the Portuguese, explored by whomever, eventually leased to the British East Africa Company, and then finally gaining its independence from Great Britain in 1963. The long term impact of severe droughts, and the greatly increased population are major concerns. Facts and Figures Official Name Republic of Kenya Capital City Nairobi Languages Swahili (official), English (official), others Official Currency Kenya Shilling Religions Protestant, Catholic, traditional beliefs Population 34,707.324 Land Area 566,970 sq km (218,907 sq miles) Highest Point Mt. Kenya (5,199 meters), first climbed in 1899 by English geographer, Sir Halford MacKinder

Maps Large (color) map here African Continent (printable) here African Continent by WorldAtlas, here African Outline Map here Kenya Outline Map here Kenya Map, CIA version here Kenya Maps, University of Texas here Recommended Links Kenya (Complete) info on the (GDP) economy, imports and exports, natural resources, government, population, military, transportation and more here PASSPORTS - TRAVEL VISAS NOTE: Before making your travel plans to any worldwide destination, we strongly recommend you authenticate important details regarding all passport and visa requirements. The experienced people at Travel Visa Pro can answer all of your questions! Climate Kenya's varied environments experience a wide variety of climate conditions, but the temperature remains comfortably warm year-round. Much of Kenya experiences heavy rainfall from March through May and, to a lesser extent, from October through December. The best time for most outdoor acitivities is during the dry season (June-September).

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