Mount Kenya, Extinct volcano in Manyatta, Kenya
Description
Mount Kenya is an extinct volcano in Kenya that rises over 5000 meters and features three main peaks called Batian, Nelion, and Point Lenana. The mountain is made of syenite and is surrounded by thick forest that gives way to open alpine terrain at higher elevations.
History
Europeans first reached the top in 1899 when a small expedition led by Halford Mackinder made it to the summit after several attempts. The area became a national park in 1949 and has since protected the mountain ecosystems.
Culture
The mountain holds sacred significance for the Kikuyu, Embu, and Ameru peoples, who construct their homes oriented toward its peaks.
Practical
The national park offers several hiking routes to the peaks, with trails starting from Chogoria, Naro Moru, and Sirimon among the most traveled. Altitude can affect visitors, so gradual acclimatization is important when planning a climb.
Did you know?
The glaciers on the mountain have been retreating for decades and have already lost more than half their former extent. Meltwater from these ice fields feeds important rivers that supply water to large parts of the country.
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