Karen Blixen is a literary pride of Denmark but of Kenya as well. The Danish writer lived from 1885 till 1962 and is primarily known for novels based on her time spent in Kenya at her farm outside Nairobi. The main work by Karen Blixen was the majestic novel Out Of Africa. Other published titles … [Read more…]
A roar of passion and pleasure fills the evening sky over Nairobi. Kenya has scored yet another touchdown. Its the 7s – game on! The thunderous acclaim from thousands of enthusiastic supporters is of course aimed at the Kenyan Rugby team which is the host of the annual 7s Rugby tournament in Nairobi known as … [Read more…]
Nairobi is a wonderful place for shopping in general. The city is flooded with cosy little markets, family stores selling everything under the sun and a selection of huge shopping malls. Today we will have a look at the best 5 shopping malls in Nairobi. Of course, such things are entirely subjective and you might … [Read more…]
The Karen Blixen House. The original farm house of Karen Blixen near Nairobi Being Danish i ventured to the home of Karen Blixen with high expectations of the legendary accomplishments of my fellow Dane. The well preserved farmhouse is located on the outskirts of Nairobi, Kenya in the high-end area named Karen (after Blixen obviously). … [Read more…]
Spent most of a week in Ongata Rongai right outside Nairobi … theres one asphalt road through it, the rest are dirt tracks in all directions. From Ongata Rongai, a town right outside Nairobi. It may look like a bit of a dump, but its super vibrant & charming on the ground. Blacksmiths, furniture builders … [Read more…]
The Crocodille Park – a scary glimpse of one of natures greatest predators! So, i’ve got to admit this was the first time visiting Nairobi’s mamba village (only been to the one in mombasa), and while it’s the usual tourist trap, i gotta admit it was amazing watching the crocodiles getting fed. And look, i … [Read more…]