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Bomas Of Kenya Nairobi, Kenya Last Updated: 12/09/2024 |
| The Bomas of Kenya is a cultural center located approximately 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) from Nairobi's city center. It was established in 1971 as a way to preserve and celebrate Kenya's rich cultural heritage. The name "Bomas" is derived from the Swahili word "boma," meaning a homestead, reflecting the focus on traditional lifestyles. | |
| - Traditional Dances and Music: The Bomas of Kenya showcases live performances of traditional dances and songs from various Kenyan ethnic groups, such as the Kikuyu, Luo, Maasai, and Kalenjin. These performances are vibrant and accompanied by traditional instruments. The shows often include spectacular acrobatic displays. - Reconstructed Villages: Visitors can explore replicas of traditional homes (bomas) from Kenya's diverse communities. Each homestead is designed to authentically represent the architecture, materials, and layout unique to the respective ethnic group. | |
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Nairobi Place » City Nairobi is the capital and largest city of Kenya. The city proper had a population of 4,397,073 in the 2019 census, while the metropolitan area has a projected population in 2022 of 10.8 million, it is one of the largest cities in Africa and is the economic and cultural center of Kenya. The city is commonly referred to as The Green City in the Sun. 71 views 💖 1Kenya |