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Kenya

Tuesday, 12 Sep 2006 16:37
Kenya is based on the equator on Africa's east coast, and boasts some of world's leading national parks, with diverse and plentiful wildlife.

Capital – Nairobi
Major cities – Mombasa, Nakuru
Major resorts – Malindi, Masai Mara National Park, Diani Marine Divers Village in Ukunda
Time Zone – GMT+3
Languages – Swahili and English. Pick up some Swahili basics at www.kenya-travels.com
Kenya currency - Kenya uses the Kenyan shilling. 1KS is worth around £0.0078. For up-to-date exchange rates see: www.xe.com/ucc.

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