Fun facts about Eldoret
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The name 'Eldoret' comes from the Maasai word 'eldore', meaning 'stony river'.
Eldoret
Kenya
Eldoret is a city in the Rift Valley region of Kenya. It serves as the capital of Uasin Gishu County.
From the “Etymology” section
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Eldoret was initially referred to as 'Farm 64' during the early colonial period.
Eldoret
Kenya
Eldoret is a city in the Rift Valley region of Kenya. It serves as the capital of Uasin Gishu County.
From the “History” section
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The city is home to the first public children's hospital in East & Central Africa, opened in 2015.
Eldoret
Kenya
Eldoret is a city in the Rift Valley region of Kenya. It serves as the capital of Uasin Gishu County.
From the “Health” section
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Eldoret is known for its high altitude, making it an ideal training ground for distance runners.
Eldoret
Kenya
Eldoret is a city in the Rift Valley region of Kenya. It serves as the capital of Uasin Gishu County.
From the “Sport” section
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Daima Towers, opened in 2016, is the tallest building in Kenya west of Nairobi.
Eldoret
Kenya
Eldoret is a city in the Rift Valley region of Kenya. It serves as the capital of Uasin Gishu County.
From the “Points of interest” section
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