Mount Kenya

　　 Introduction:          Mount Kenya, the second highest peak in Africa, is regarded as the sacred realm of the deity Ngai by the local Kikuyu people. Traditionally, all Kikuyu houses have faced this holy mountain, which they call Kirinyaga, meaning "the place of light."

　　      The mountain range presents a breathtaking landscape. Its continuous peaks are capped with snow, while its steep slopes are covered in dense forests. At dawn, the first light of day outlines the stunning silhouette of the highest summit, overlooking the surrounding savannah.

　　      Climbing Mount Kenya takes around 3 to 5 days, taking you through a fascinating world — from temperate forests and wildlife to unique alpine flora — culminating in one of the rarest sights on Earth: equatorial snow. The highest peak, at 5,199 meters, requires advanced mountaineering skills, while the slightly lower Lenana Peak (4,985 meters) can be easily summited by most reasonably fit climbers. For those not interested in climbing, the cool highlands at the foot of the mountain are also worth visiting. The forests are great for wildlife viewing, and the crystal-clear mountain streams are home to many trout.

　　 

　　Mount Kenya Reason to visit: The largest extinct volcano in the East African Rift Valley Continent: Africa【Africa】 Country/Region: Kenya[Kenya] Province/State: Central and Eastern Provinces [Central and Eastern Provinces]