Nairobi National Park is a unique wildlife sanctuary located just 7 kilometers (4.3 miles) south of Nairobi's central business district, making it the only national park in the world bordering a capital city. The park was established in 1946, making it Kenya's first national park. It is approximately 117 square kilometers (45 square miles).
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.
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.
