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urrounded by a rich and fertile farmland,
A cosmopolitan culture has developed in Meru
Meru is located in the eastern highlands
owing to its diversity of ethnic communities and a
of Kenya overlooking the Nyambene Hills
free flow of visitors.
and the snowcapped peaks of Mount Kenya. The town lies strategically on the north-eastern slopes of Mount Kenya. The Kathita River, flowing from Mount Kenya, passes through the town.
Must-see attractions 1. Meru National Museum 2. Njuri Ncheke Court
The equator is about five miles south of the town.
3. Gakoromone open-air market
Meru is the traditional home of the Ameru people
4. Nkunga Sacred Lake
with a rich cultural heritage spanning hundreds of
5. Rukunga’s private museum
years. This fast-growing urban centre is a hub for
6. King Muhuru
traditional foods and the hospitality of the Ameru
7. Mount Kenya National Park
people. Located on the edge of the forest, the
8. Lewa Wildlife Conservancy
town is close to Mount Kenya National Park, Meru
9. Meru National Park
National Park and Lewa Wildlife Conservancy.
10. Murera Cultural Centre
In response to a growing number of visitors, Meru Town has many hotels lodges and camps. Classes range from five-star to starless accommodation.
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1. Three Steers Hotel
11. Brown Rock Hotel
2. Meru Incredible Hotel
12. Milimani Hotel
3. West Wind Hotel
13. Pig & Whistle
4. Transit Motel Chogoria
14. Rhino River Camp
5. Royal Prince Hotel
15. Rhino River Lodge
6. Maua Basin Hotel
16. Meru Mulika lodge
7. Meru County Hotel
17. Ikweta Safari Camp
8. Blue Towers Hotel
18. Kinna Guest House
9. White Star Hotel
19. Bwatherongi Bandas
10. Meru Safari Hotel
20. Murera Bandas