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Ngong Town in Kenya Becomes a Targeted Place by International Investors

Ngong town is a small town in the suburb of Nairobi, Kenya. It is located to the southwest of Nairobi. Kenya has for a long time attracted world attention on fast economic growth.

The country is politically and economically stable in the Eastern region of Africa. Besides that, the country is in the transformation phase of becoming 1st world country.

Whether you are looking for a tourist destination or economic opportunities. The country tops to be the best destination in Africa.

According to the locals who are indigenous Maasai, Ngong is a local name that means “the eye of the water” in their local language.

It is one of the great places that has attracted international investors and tourists from all over the world. Every holiday tourist tours the place and spends days before leaving for their countries.

Some have even bought land and build their holiday homes there. So what makes this area the most preferred location for both investors and tourists? Stay tuned as I walk you through the beauty of Ngong and its environs.

Ngong Hills is one of the most appealing places you can visit in Ngong. Ngong hills is only hill in Kenya with seven other hills within it.

So what makes Ngong Town and its environs unique both for tourists and investors?

Wind Turbines

As you work up the hill, you are welcome with Ngong Wind Farm which covers the upper end of the Ngong hills. The Wind farm has thirty Turbines generating power which is channeled to the National grid. This is the largest wind farm in Kenya.

wind turbines

The wind turbines act as a cooling area while you are climbing the seven hills. They are in continuous motion. Tourists and athletes love the cooling effects on the farm.

The locals in the area always flock to the farm every weekend to enjoy watching turbines rotating in endless motion.

Area is occupied by Indigenous Maasai people

Ngong is an area which the Maasai community occupies. Though the area has become an international hub, the area still has a good taste of the Maasai culture.

Maasai people

Maasai is one of the most indigenous community in Kenya which have preserved their culture for years. They are known for keeping herds of cattle, migrate in search of greener pasture and water.

They are the friendliest community that lives near national parks in Kenya and Tanzania.

Sports

There are many sporting activities in Ngong that you can explore when you are on a weekend or holiday.

Zipline

This is one of those scary kinds of sports that can test your fear of height fears and make you overcome them.

zip line

Athletics

Kenya is known to produce long-distance runners who have turned to be the best in the world’s biggest championships like the Olympics, Boston Marathon etc.

Many athletes in Kenya have built their homes in the area. This is because the area is ideal for training and major athletic camps are located in the area. The area is ideal for trainings because of its high altitude and varying weather conditions over the day.

Great Rift valley view

The Great Rift Valley is a major geographical fault that has attracted tourists from different parts of East Africa, Kenya in particular. The Valley Originates from Lebanon and ends in Mozambique.

great rift valley view

Ngong offers the most ideal place to see the great rift valley and capital city of Nairobi. If you are someone who loves connecting with nature, then Ngong is the most ideal place to visit.

Maasai Plains

When you are at the top of Ngong Hills, you will see the Maasai plains, the railway lines, and often herds of cattle with traditional Maasai homes.

maasai plains

Ngong Hills

Ngong hill consists of seven hills that has attracted tourists who love nature walk. Every weekend this area is often full of people on the walking trail at the top of the hills.

Kenya Forest Service guards often provide walking expeditions with security.

In conclusion, Ngong town in Kenya is one of the fastest-growing towns in the suburb of Nairobi City. The town has attracted both local and international investors who want to acquire property in Ngong.

Homes built in the area can be used as holiday homes or rented to tourists visiting the area.