Uaso, Nairobi meaning "Cold Water" was the name given to a stream by the Masai tribe who brought their herds of cattle to graze in the area.
This is the area presently known as Nairobi.
It was chosen in the early 20th century as the administrative center for the newly created East Africa Protectorate, as Kenya was then known.
Located at an elevation of approximately 1,680m, Nairobi enjoys an impressive view of the land around it.
One can spot Mount Kenya at 5,199m and Mount Kilmajaro at 5,895m on clear days.
Mount Kenya, the second highest mountain in Africa lies in the north while the Kilmanjaro (the highest mountain in Africa) lies further south on the Kenya-Tanzania border.
The perpetual presence of snow and ice on the Kilmanjaro, which lies near the equator is intriguing.
The population of the city over time has grown to over 2 million.
Nairobi is a melting pot for cultures.
There are Indians, Pakistanis, Europeans visitors, Japanese businessmen and many more.
Tourist Attractions Kenya has vast and varied array of wildlife.
Though many times Nairobi serves as a base for visitors heading for Kenya's many natural parks and game reserves.
It is a tourist destination itself.
The Nairobi National Park is located less than ten kilometers from the city center and is a visitor's haven.
Here, only a few strands of wire separates the human population from the animals.
In September 2002, a full-grown leopard was caught in the room of a Nairobi home, having strayed from the nearby forests.
These is also the Nairobi Museum a few minute walk from the city center.
Hundreds of tourists troop here daily to learn more about Kenya and her people.
A snake park located within the museum is a host to many reptile species.
Crocodile, tortoise, cobras, pythons, and vipers are the main residents of this park.