Treetops Lodge

　　Introduction　　　　Treetops Hotel was built before Kenya’s independence and is named for being constructed atop several large trees. The "Treetops" is a three-story, all-wooden structure over 21 meters high, built on dozens of thick tree trunks, allowing wild animals to freely roam beneath. It can accommodate about 100 guests for meals and lodging. Every evening, herds of elephants and buffaloes come down to bathe and lick salt (spread artificially on the ground), while various animals and birds gather at the waterhole to drink, creating a breathtaking scene. In the early morning, visitors can enjoy tea and coffee while watching the animals wake up from their slumber.　　Tip: In 1952, British Princess Elizabeth and her husband stayed here during a visit to Kenya. That very night, King George VI passed away suddenly, and the British royal family immediately announced Princess Elizabeth’s accession to the throne. The next morning, she returned to London to be crowned. Thus, it is said that Princess Elizabeth went up the tree as a princess and came down as a queen. Since then, "Treetops" has become a household name in Britain. In the same year, a fire destroyed the original "Treetops" where the princess had stayed. It was rebuilt in 1954 on the opposite side of the original site. In 1983, Queen Elizabeth revisited the place and stayed in the Queen’s Suite. Ever since, "Treetops" has become a top choice for tourists visiting Kenya.

　　 Nyeri, Aberdare Range, Kenya