What is the capital of Kenya?
Nairobi, Kenya's capital, is a metropolis of over 4 million people located in the central highlands at approximately 1,660 meters altitude.
Nairobi, economic and political heart
Nairobi is not only the political capital of Kenya, but also its main economic and financial center. The city concentrates most of the governmental institutions, international companies and non-governmental organizations present in the region.
Geographical location
Located in the central highlands of Kenya, Nairobi benefits from a temperate climate thanks to its altitude of approximately 1,660 meters. This geographical position makes it an ideal starting point to explore the surrounding national parks such as Amboseli or the Masai Mara.
Key points
- Population: over 4 million inhabitants in the metropolitan area
- Altitude: 1,660 meters above sea level
- Founded in 1899 as a simple railway stop
- Home to the headquarters of several international organizations (UNEP, UN-Habitat)