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Lakes in Kenya extend from the highest point in the north to the deepest end of the south. The Great Rift Valley surrounds the country. Hence, there are quite a few freshwater lakes in Kenya.
Lake Baringo is the northern-most lake in the Great Rift Valley. The El Moro and Ol Arabel rivers feed this lake that runs through an area of 130 sq. km. More than 450 species of birds flock this area. The most popular spotting is the flamingo. The area has a hot and dusty setting. Tourism is nearly non-existent in the region. Stocks of fishes have been ending due to constant reduction in water levels. The Ol Kokwe Island is the biggest of the lake.
Lake Naivasha lies to the north west of Nairobi, just outside the town of Naivasha. Its Masai meaning is deciphered as 'rough water'. The lake has witnessed sudden storms that arise out of nowhere. The lake is spread over an area of 160 sq. km. More than 400 different species of birds have been seen here. One can also spot a big group of hippos having fun in the waters.
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Lake Bogoria is very well known for its geysers and hot springs. This alkaline lake lies in the volcanic region to the south of Lake Baringo. The world's largest population of flamingoes is present here. This lake in Kenya is a protected national reserve since 1973.
Lake Victoria is one of the greatest lakes in Africa. It is the source of River Nile - the lifeline of Egypt. Lying within a high plateau on the west of the Great Rift, this lake has an area of 69, 000 sq. km. In fact, it is the largest tropical lake in the world and the second largest freshwater lake in terms of surface area. There are about 3000 small and big, inhabited and uninhabited islands in the region.
Other noteworthy lakes in Kenya are Lake Turkana, Lake Magadi and Lake Nakuru.
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