Is this all about Nakuru City? Definitely no. For the longest time, Nakuru City has been famous due to a number of factors. This ranges from its populace, economic activities, investments, lakes, agriculture, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Whether you are a travel enthusiast, an astute investor, or an entrepreneur, these key things will help you know Nakuru City better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Face of Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Nakuru City is in a nutshell, the face of all Kenyan tribes. It is a cosmopolitan town that comprises the majority if not all the 44 tribes in Kenya.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With the majority of the tribes being Kalenjin, Kikuyu, Luhya, Luo, Kisii, Maasai, Kamba, etc. the city is simply a home for all Kenyans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This has boosted its growth both in population and activities as residents pride themselves in the beauty of diversity in tribe, activities, and culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Strategic Location<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The City has located a distance of 2 hours\u2019 drive Northwest of Nairobi. Since the old days, this town has been a center of numerous activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This location makes it an ideal stopover for travelers across Mombasa to Western Kenya. It is a busy commercial and agricultural center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Additionally, Nakuru City basically borders seven counties; Kericho, Narok, Baringo, Laikipia, Bomet, Nyandarua, and Kajiado. This makes it a center of key activities happening in other surrounding counties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tourist Attraction Site<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Did you know that Lake Nakuru is an acknowledged UNESCO World Heritage Site? Yes, this is also the famous lake due to flamingos and Lake Nakuru National Park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Other renowned historic sites in Nakuru include the Menengai Crater, Lord Egerton Castle, Soysambu Conservancy, the Hyrax Hill site, etc. The city is also home to Mt. Longonot and other less know mountains and hills such as Poster Hill, Kibkogo, Kiptosogon, Kinjab Hill, Eburru, Table Mountain, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are looking for the best tourist attraction site to visit while in Kenya, Nakuru City is the place to visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nakuru City has 4 main lakes; include, Lake Naivasha in Naivasha, Lake Elementaita in Gilgil, Lake Nakuru, Lake Solai in Rongai.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Notably, Lake Nakuru is widely referred to as Lake Pink due to the number of species of birds that flock to it, and from a distance, it appears pink in color. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are looking for the best place to spend a weekend, you should consider any of these places.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Approximately, 67% of the land in Nakuru City is suitable for agriculture. This makes the land in Nakuru county<\/a> very productive for food and cash crops such as pyrethrum, maize, potatoes, peas, carrots, horticulture, poultry, animal keeping, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The major types of soils in Nakuru include loam, latosolic soils, volcanic, planosolic, etc. All these have been suitable for various activities within the county from farming to construction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In most cases exhibitions for farm produce in the areas are done during the annual Agricultural Society of Kenya Show.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Farming is a key economic activity for the majority of residents in Nakuru and this has boosted the county\u2019s GDP in a big way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nakuru City is among the least expensive cities in the world. It is generally cheaper to live in Nakuru compared to other cities in Kenya.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Further, statistics show that it is 43% cheaper to eat out in Nakuru compared to Nairobi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A quick search on the cost of renting a 3 bedroom in Milimani Nakuru, a posh and luxurious estate, reveals the cost averages from Ksh 26,000 and above.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A similar house in Milimani estate Nairobi averages between Ksh 80,000 and above. Even at the cost of day-to-day living, it is cheaper to reside in Nakuru compared to Nairobi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nakuru is home to renowned international schools such as St. Andrews School Turi, Greensted International School, Mustard Seed School, Kipepeo School, Pembroke House among others. Nakuru City will also host the first Kenyan branch of Chicago-based Loyola University. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This has attracted international prestige due to attracting international students, teachers, and investors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Olkaria Power Plant in Naivasha under KENGEN, is the largest geothermal power plant in Africa. It is located roughly 43 kilometers from Naivasha Town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This plant provides renewable and cheaper energy prices while providing a permanent supply of power at very affordable prices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Unlike other major towns in Kenya, Nakuru has the capacity to generate its own geothermal energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nakuru City has birthed some of the renowned brands in Kenya and globally. Key among them is Menengai, Comply, Gilani’s Supermarket, Mololine, Naivas Supermarket, Nakumatt, Keroche Breweries, Delamere, Car and General Motorcycle Plant, Timsales Ltd, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The town seems to be the source of mega business ideas which have grown to national levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Are you considering starting up a business in Kenya? 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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nKey Lakes among Them Lake Pink<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Agricultural Centre<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Cheaper Cost of living<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
International Schools<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Geothermal Power<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nIt is the Origin of Mega Entrepreneurs in Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Go to Town When Businesses Are Expanding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Top Institutions of Higher Learning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Good Weather<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Cleanest City in East Africa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n