Embu County, Kenya · Africa
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Embu is a town located in Embu County, Kenya. With a population of 64,979, it is an important destination in Africa.
On a road trip, Embu sits in Kenya, where you drive on the left. It's in the Africa/Nairobi time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Embu to your route.
Embu is the largest town in Embu County, Kenya. It has a population of 64,979 and is the 36th-largest urban center in Kenya and the 11th-largest in the Mount Kenya region. It is located approximately 125 kilometres (78 mi) northeast of Nairobi towards Mount Kenya.
A major economic hub in the Mount Kenya region, EmbuRead more
served as the provincial capital of the former Eastern Province and currently serves as the headquarters of Embu County in Kenya. It provides a place for trade, tourism and highway transit between the Nairobi and the Northern Frontier.
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Embu is located in Embu County, Kenya, Africa. The coordinates are -0.5399 latitude, 37.4574 longitude.
Embu has a population of approximately 64,979 people, making it a town in Kenya.
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