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Nairobi (/naɪˈroʊbi/; locally [naɪˈroːbi]) is the capital and largest city of Kenya. It is famous for having the Nairobi National Park, the world’s only game reserve found within a major city. The city and its surrounding area also form Nairobi County, whose current governor is Evans Kidero.
The name "Nairobi" comes from the Maasai phrase Enkare Nairobi, which translates to "cool water". The phrase is also the Maasai name of the Nairobi river, which in turn lent its name to the city. However, it is popularly known as the "Green City in the Sun", and is surrounded by several expanding villa suburbs.
Nairobi was founded in 1899 by the colonial authorities in British East Africa, as a rail depot on the Uganda Railway. The town quickly grew to replace Machakos as the capital of Kenya in 1907. After independence in 1963, Nairobi became the capital of the Republic of Kenya. During Kenya's colonial period, the city became a centre for the colony's coffee, tea and sisal industry. The city lies on the River Athi in the southern part of the country, and has an elevation of 1,795 metres (5,889 ft) above sea level.
Coordinates: 1°N 38°E / 1°N 38°E / 1; 38
Kenya (/ˈkɛnjə/; locally [ˈkɛɲa]), officially the Republic of Kenya, is a country in Africa and a founding member of the East African Community (EAC). Its capital and largest city is Nairobi. Kenya's territory lies on the equator and overlies the East African Rift covering a diverse and expansive terrain that extends roughly from Lake Victoria to Lake Turkana (formerly called Lake Rudolf) and further south-east to the Indian Ocean. It is bordered by Tanzania to the south, Uganda to the west, South Sudan to the north-west, Ethiopia to the north and Somalia to the north-east. Kenya covers 581,309 km2 (224,445 sq mi), and had a population of approximately 45 million people in July 2014.
Kenya has a warm and humid tropical climate on its Indian Ocean coastline. The climate is cooler in the savannah grasslands around the capital city, Nairobi, and especially closer to Mount Kenya, which has snow permanently on its peaks. Further inland, in the Nyanza region, there is a hot and dry climate which becomes humid around Lake Victoria, the largest tropical fresh-water lake in the world. This gives way to temperate and forested hilly areas in the neighboring western region. The north-eastern regions along the border with Somalia and Ethiopia are arid and semi-arid areas with near-desert landscapes. Kenya is known for its safaris, diverse climate and geography, and expansive wildlife reserves and national parks such as the East and West Tsavo National Park, the Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, and Aberdares National Park. Kenya has several world heritage sites such as Lamu and numerous beaches, including in Diani, Bamburi and Kilifi, where international yachting competitions are held every year.
Street food is ready-to-eat food or drink sold by a hawker, or vendor, in a street or other public place, such as at a market or fair. It is often sold from a portable food booth,food cart, or food truck and meant for immediate consumption. Some street foods are regional, but many have spread beyond their region of origin. Most street foods are classed as both finger food and fast food, and are cheaper on average than restaurant meals. According to a 2007 study from the Food and Agriculture Organization, 2.5 billion people eat street food every day.
Today, people may purchase street food for a number of reasons, such as to get flavorful food for a reasonable price in a sociable setting, to experience ethnic cuisines, or for nostalgia.
Small fried fish were a street food in ancient Greece, however, Theophrastus held the custom of street food in low regard. Evidence of a large number of street food vendors were discovered during the excavation of Pompeii. Street food was widely consumed by poor urban residents of ancient Rome whose tenement homes did not have ovens or hearths. Here, chickpea soup with bread and grain paste were common meals. In ancient China, street food generally catered to the poor, however, wealthy residents would send servants to buy street food and bring it back for them to eat in their homes.
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• My trip to Nairobi, Kenya. • I love making videos, they allow you to always remember amazing experiences , hope you enjoy. • Give The Video A Thumbs Up! • Subscribe • http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=rbittar2006 • https://twitter.com/Ronsbeenhere • https://www.google.com/+rbittar20066 Nairobi is Kenya’s bustling capital city, often used as a jumping-off point for safari trips. In addition to its urban core, the city has Nairobi National Park, a large game reserve known for breeding endangered black rhinos and home to giraffes, zebras and lions. Next to it is a well-regarded elephant orphanage operated by the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust. Area: 696 km² Founded: 1899
The story of Kenya's liquid drugs and their impact on street children In the second episode of Toxicity we take you among Nairobi's street kids, turned into zombies by lethal sniffing drugs such as glue and jet fuel, which they inhale hundreds of times every day. These drugs mess with their brain functions and transform them into junkies incapable of controlling their mind and body. Report by Pablo Trincia http://youmedia.fanpage.it/video/aa/Vy38WeSwUuETTVun
It may come as a surprise to some, but Nairobi is known as the London of Africa. And it's not unusual to see Europeans flocking its streets. More recently, though, more and more Africans have also been making Nairobi their home. CCTV's Maria Galang follows one South African living in the Kenyan capital
http://www.nation.co.ke A suspected Al-Shabaab terrorist has been shot dead after he stabbed a General Service Unit (GSU) officer at the heavily guarded US Embassy in Gigiri, Nairobi. "The US Embassy confirms there was a shooting incident near the Embassy. No Embassy personnel were involved. We refer you to Kenyan authorities for further details," said a statement from the embassy.
► Subscribe to the Financial Times on YouTube: http://bit.ly/FTimeSubs In this episode of My City, the FT’s John Aglionby retraces his family's connection to Kenya. Along the way he meets one of the country’s tech entrepreneurs and visits the city’s ‘little Mogadishu’ neighbourhood. For more video content from the Financial Times, visit http://www.FT.com/video Twitter https://twitter.com/ftvideo Facebook https://www.facebook.com/financialtimes
In this first episode, we join top blogger Joy Kendi as she takes us round her city and shows us the sights –you’ll see the city in everyday action, and the best spots to take in Nairobi as a whole. We also get a chance to see the largest slum in Africa, Kibera, plus we visit a tea farm for a look at one of Kenya’s biggest exports. Oh, and we meet a monkey named Mista, too… Watch Full Episodes on SPICE TV DStv 192 - Fridays 7pm // 8pm CAT
It's a project which straddles two counties, Nairobi and Kiambu, but whose economic impact will not only be felt locally but also regionally. The Nairobi Southern Bypass which was formally commissioned on Tuesday by Presidents Uhuru Kenyatta and John Magufuli is expected to significantly reduce the cost of doing business and as Alex Mwangi reports, has already started benefiting those who use it. Watch more NTV Kenya videos at ntv.co.ke and nation.co.ke. Follow @ntvkenya on Twitter and like our page on Facebook: NTV Kenya.
Travel video about destination Nairobi in Kenya. Nairobi is Kenya's busy, expensive yet dangerous capital city. It is also both fascinating and modern. Nairobi is the country's most important and beautiful city and with the finest temperate climate between Johannesburg and Cairo, is located at an altitude of almost 1,700 metres above sea level. The government district of City Square contains the Conference Centre and the Kanu Tower, the headquarters of government and the city's tallest building. Canons guard the main entrance to the National Museum that is situated on Museum Hill, a fascinating building that covers much of Kenya's culture and history. The museum provides an interesting insight into Pre-history as well as to various cultures and the country's flora and fauna. Directly i...
Nairobi is a big chaotic city. Most travelers detest it. But it's almost certain that you'll pass through Nairobi if you travel to East Africa. Random Vacay visited for 48 hours and found that there's more to the city that a bad reputation. We even managed to french kiss a giraffe. Here's where to go and what to do in Nairobi.
101 Things to Do in Nairobi http://migrationology.com/2011/01/things-to-do-in-nairobi-kenya-101/ (Click HERE now!) Nairobi is a fascinating city in the heart Kenya. Located in the highlands of the country, Nairobi enjoys a cool climate. This video is a small Nairobi travel video documentary showing a few of the fun and entertaining things to do in Nairobi! From riding an ostrich to eating Kenyan street food, Nairobi is a city that offers a piece of something for everyone! Don't miss out on these great things to do in Nairobi! Follow my food adventures at http://migrationology.com/ & http://www.eatingthaifood.com/ and find me on Facebok here https://www.facebook.com/migrationology. Also, subscribe so you don't miss the next tasty adventure http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?ad...
Our travelling bureau BBC Pop Up has been in Kenya for the past several weeks, covering stories recommended to them by their viewers. Now they take you on a local tour of Nairobi Subscribe to BBC News HERE http://bit.ly/1rbfUog Check out our website: http://www.bbc.com/news Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/bbcworldnews Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/bbcworld Instagram: http://instagram.com/bbcnews
In this film Wild Frontiers, Jonny Bealby, explains about tourism in Kenya. Here is the text... Jonny here, right now I am at Borana Ranch, high on the Laikipia Plateau, in the lee of Mount Kenya. And in this short film I am going to talk about tourism in Kenya. If I asked what's the first thing you think about when turning your mind to travel in this colourful East African country, you'd almost certainly say wildlife. And of course you'd be right as over 80 percent of holidays here will have a wildlife element. From the Marsabit National Park in the north, to the Masai Mara and Amboseli National Parks in the south, the planes of Kenya are teeming with wildlife or all shapes and sizes offering, along with its neighbour Tanzania, the best place in the world to view game. And if you throw i...
Go to the center of safaris and More in Nairobi. Kenya is steeped in thousands of years of history and cultural traditions that, combined with breathtaking adventure and wonderful relaxation opportunities, make for a fantastic destination! Allow an InterContinental Concierge member lead you on a special tour. Go to http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/ic/1/en/hotel/nboha
Travel and tourism in Kenya. Discover Nairobi, Kenya'as capital city in the sun. Go on a game drive only few kilometers from the city centre or play golf in one of the many golf courses around. Video brought to you by VisitKenya.com and Best Destination Travel TV channel of Travelindex Network. Useful Links: http://www.visitkenya.com http://www.bestdestination.com http://www.travelindex.com
http://www.whatsitlike.tv presents: Living in Nairobi, Kenya. What's it like to live in Nairobi? A structured interview with expatriate business woman Blanca from Spain about her expat life in Nairobi, Kenya. Blanca has been living in several African and South American countries before she moved to Nairobi for professional reasons. Watch here part 01, "About me and about here". View all other parts of this Expat Interview, and many more testimonials and Expat Interviews by What’s it like TV on http://www.whatsitlike.tv or http://whatsitlike.pivotshare.com. This part “01 About me and about here” includes the following questions: - About myself and my background. Who is Blanca, and why and how did she move to Nairobi, Kenya? - Living in Nairobi: Nairobi in three sentences. - Arriving in Na...
Travel video about destination East Africa. East Africa is one of the most beautiful and diverse landscapes in the world and its magnificent wilderness and fascinating wildlife is one of the few remaining unspoiled regions on earth. Lake Naivasha is the ideal habitat for both the rare Fish Eagle and African Eagle, thus it is a perfect location from which to observe these fascinating birds. Due to its rich variety of wildlife and the spectacular beauty of its landscape Kenya is one of Africa’s most popular safari destinations. The Massai Mara National Park is located around six hours from Nairobi and is one of the country’s most extraordinary game reserves. Its name indicates the presence of one of Africa’s most colourful tribes, the Massai. The Amboseli National Park also contains many o...
Bomet Governor Isaac Ruto has been airlifted to Nairobi for medical treatment after being injuired in a clash with police tat Silibwet stadium on Sunday.
"Donate your Gatundu seat not Nairobi gubernatorial seat," angry Jubilee aspirant to Party's leadership. SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for more great videos: https://www.youtube.com/user/KTNClassics Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/KTNNews Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KTNNewsKenya For more great content go to http://www.standardmedia.co.ke/ktnnews and download our apps: http://std.co.ke/apps/#android KTN News is a leading 24-hour TV channel in Eastern Africa with its headquarters located along Mombasa Road, at Standard Group Centre. This is the most authoritative news channel in Kenya and beyond.
Bigger Than Life Entertainment and Mo Entertainment presented the Making of a Champ boxing series in Nairobi, Kenya on 5 November 2016 full fights.
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