State House, Presidential residence in Nairobi, Kenya.
The State House exhibits Palladian architecture with symmetrical proportions and classical elements across its white exterior facade overlooking the capital city.
British architect Herbert Baker designed this governmental building in 1907 during the colonial period as the official residence for British administrators.
The State House gardens host national ceremonies and diplomatic receptions, representing the center of Kenyan executive power since independence.
Located at coordinates -1.282778 and 36.8, the State House compound maintains strict security protocols for all visitors requiring advance clearance.
The building integrates European architectural principles with local materials, creating a structure that has served three distinct periods of Kenyan governance.
Location: Nairobi
Inception: 1907
Architects: Herbert Baker
Architectural style: Palladian architecture
GPS coordinates: -1.28278,36.80000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:08
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