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City Name: Nairobi Where is it located?: Nairobi is in southern Kenya, a few hours from the boarder of Tanzania. Why do people go there?: People use Nairobi as a transit point for heading elsewhere around both Kenya and Tanzania. How do travelers get there?: Since it's an international hub, there are buses go all over the country and to other major cities outside Kenya. There is regular service to Europe and many other spots in Africa and the Middle East. Currency: Kenyan Shilling City Code: 2 Other phone tips: Population: 2600000 Languages: English, Swahili Neighborhoods: Attractions: National Museum Accommodations: Nairobi Hostels Tourist Office: Kenya Tourist Board, Kenya Re Towers, Ragati Road, Upper Hill P.O. Box 30630 Nairobi, Kenya Tourims Office Off-the-beaten-path: Karen Blixen Museum Health Issues: Malaria, Cholera, Hepatitis, Meningococcal Meningitis, Typhoid, Bilharzia, Yellow Fever When to go: Tourists visit East Africa from December through February, when the weather is dry and pleasant. The next best season is from June to September, although you can encounter some rain. Common Phrases: Most Kenyans speak English. City Specific Events: Safari Rally, Ferodo Councours d'Elegance How to get around?: Be careful traveling around Nairobi. Avoid buses and take taxis even during the day. Good to know: Nairobi can be lots of fun, but you have to keep your wits about you - always. --------


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This article was published on BootsnAll on August 06, 2004

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