Watamu facts for kids
Watamu is a small town located approximately 105 km north of Mombasa and about 15 km south of Malindi on the Indian Ocean coast of Kenya. Its main economic activities are tourism and fishing. The town has a population of around 30,000 in 2020.
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The shoreline in the area features white sand beaches and offshore coral formations. It is rated the third-best beach in Africa, for its crystal clear water and silver sand beaches.
Watamu is home to the Bajuni people. Luo, Kisii, Kikuyu, Kamba, Kalenjin, and Luhyas have all migrated to the area to work in the hotel industry. According to archaeological findings, Watamu is inhabited from the 13th Century.
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In Watamu
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Watamu 2007, power of the ocean
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A tuk-tuk in Watamu
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Starfish on Watamu Beach
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In popular culture
- Musical album which is titled Uhiko by Masha Mapenzi who is an Afro-fusion singer.
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