Kajiado County, Kenya · Africa
Kiserian is worth a stop: 15 minutes from Ngong, 17km from Carnivore Restaurant.
Kiserian is a town located in Kajiado County, Kenya. With a population of 76,903, it is an important destination in Africa.
On a road trip, Kiserian 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 Kiserian to your route.
Kiserian is a town in Kenya's Rift Valley Province, Kajiado County. Kiserian Town is bordered by Ongata Rongai, Ngong Town, Enoomatasiani Town and Kisamis Town. It is located on the boundary between Kajiado North and Kajiado West constituencies. It lies at the foot of the Ngong Hills, along Magadi Road just adjacentRead more
to the Kiserian dam. There is a famous Maasai community around Kiserian town and small Maasai villages called Olteyani and Olooseos. Among other social amenities, Kiserian has several primary schools and secondary schools, and a few higher education institutions. In the language of the Maasai, Kiserian means "a place of peace".
The Keekonyokie slaughter house located in Kiserian Center, just next to the Catholic Church or seminary, serves as an important economic hub for the people of Kiserian and its environs. This is because meat slaughtered from the abattoir is transported to Nairobi and other towns in Kenya. The local economy of Kiserian has evolved from traditional pastoral activities to include a growing commercial sector. The town hosts bustling markets, shops, and small businesses, reflecting its economic vibrancy. Kiserian's proximity to Nairobi has facilitated its development as a residential area, attracting people seeking a balance between urban amenities and a more serene environment.
The town's economic landscape is complemented by educational institutions, health facilities, and various social amenities. Its growth reflects a blend of modernization and the preservation of cultural heritage, making Kiserian a unique and dynamic part of Kajiado County. The Kiserian dam constructed down the river approximately 1 km (0.6 mi) away provides environmental and social benefits to the people of Kiserian town. Kiserian Market, in the center of town, is also an economic hub; various products get exchanged in the market, notably Maasai shukkas and food stuffs like potatoes, carrots, and cabbages that get transported from Narok and other highland places.
One of the major challenges facing Kiserian is its lack of proper roads and a sewerage system.
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Kiserian is located in Kajiado County, Kenya, Africa. The coordinates are -1.4275 latitude, 36.6865 longitude.
Kiserian has a population of approximately 76,903 people, making it a town in Kenya.
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An open-air Nairobi institution founded in 1980, where meat is carved from Maasai swords onto cast-iron plates until you lower the paper flag on your table. Long a first or last night ritual for Kenyan safari trips.
17 km · about 20 min drive
Year-round
Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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