Bomas of Kenya, Cultural center and museum in Nairobi, Kenya.
The Bomas of Kenya contains an amphitheater where performers demonstrate traditional dances, music, and rituals from numerous Kenyan ethnic groups.
The government of Kenya established this cultural institution in 1971 to preserve and present the traditions of the nation's diverse communities.
Daily performances at the center feature dancers and musicians wearing traditional attire while demonstrating ceremonial customs from different regions of Kenya.
Located 10 kilometers from central Nairobi, the facility includes a restaurant serving local dishes and spaces for conferences and educational workshops.
The center maintains replicas of traditional homesteads representing various ethnic communities, each constructed using authentic building techniques and materials.
Location: Nairobi
Inception: 1971
Phone: +25420891391
Website: http://bomasofkenya.co.ke
GPS coordinates: -1.33759,36.76867
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:34
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