Loiyangalani is a small town located on the southeastern coast of Lake Turkana, a frontier region in Northern Kenya. I have been to Loiyngalani twice, the first trip being September last year, whilst there I had the opportunity of visiting the Desert museum Loiyangalani.
Loiyangalani Musuem is Located on top of a hill, with a backdrop of the picturesque Lake Turkana. It was established in 2008 with the aim of highlighting the unique traditions and cultures of the people of Northern Kenya.
Reflecting the culture, natural habitat of the region, this artifact rich museum will tell you a story of the location of the eight communities living in the area, namely the Samburu, Turkana, Pokot, Rendille, Gabra, Watta, Daasanach, and the El Molo.
The museum has a wealth of material that tells the story and heritage of the region.
Besides the museum Loiyangalani offers breathtaking scenic sites of the largest desert lake in the world – Lake Turkana.
Photographer Karue preparing for the perfect shot
… And finally the I got to view the sunsets…
Trying to capture a perfect silhouette.
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Despite the blistering temperatures and remoteness, Loiyangalani is an incredible place to visit.
I have linked up with this week’s edition of Travel Photo Mondays , Chasing the Donkey’s #SundayTraveler and Budget Travelers Sandbox Travel Photo Thursday .
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Oh how the birds are aligned! And I love the last picture.
I have been to Loiyangalani, although the journey from Nairobi is long and exhausting, the experience is truly amazing. The landscape changes drastically almost every 100km. Swimming in Lake Turkana was an experience to behold.
I definately love the sunset… hope i get to visit the place some day
It’s so great that there’s a museum highlighting other tribes in Kenya as it often seems that the Maasai get most of the attention. I’d love to check out this museum and I wish I could play those drums! Beautiful sunset shots as always!
Wow, I love that silhouette picture!! Thanks so much for linking up to the #SundayTraveler this week 🙂
Interesting place
Oh my gosh I love your photos always, Rachel! The first thing that caught my attention was the history of which I absolutely love. But, my true enjoyment here is the escape to quiet and solitude. That silhouette picture rocks! I just Subscribed to your site via email 🙂
The light in these shots is fabulous!
Your photos are absolutely amazing, especially the sunset shots. Karue had perfect timing with that bird shot.
Love your opening shot because it shows the rocky hill that the Museum sits upon and Lake Turkana – what a beautiful place.
Your photos of the sunsets take the oscar! They are gorgeous. The museum looks so interesting, and I’d love to visit and soak up all that history.
What an interesting and educational museum! I always enjoy your beautiful sunset photos but really love that last silhouette photo. Such a gorgeous area!
Stunning pictures you got. I’ve been in Kenya for many years and I’ve never heard of this place. Thanks for sharing and i will definitely visit loiyangalani Museum.
Awesome post! Thanks so very much for linking up the the #SundayTraveler. Those shots are great, I love the one with the birds! Hope to see you again tomorrow.
What a cool idea for a museum! It looks like a beautiful place.
This post certainly has an abundance of beautiful shots. I really like the silhouette of the last one. It captures a spirit of exuberance. This museum seems so isolated and surrounded by beautiful landscapes. I especially like that two signs mention that most of the rock carvings have images of giraffes.
The views are stunning, and the museum looks really interesting. I would love to see the ancient rocks.
This is lovely. I had no idea there is such a place and especially in Turkana. Keep on updating us.
The photo with the birds in flight is awesome.
It’s really a good work from you Rachel. as a county government we are upgrading the museum facility by adding more exhibition hall.beside we are organising loiyangalani cultural festival on June 13-15th 2014.i invite you all to come and see 14 different tribes displaying their culture and also opening of the upgraded loiyangalani desert museum.
Amazing Pictures of Desert Museum. Very Nice sharing, Just loved it. Keep on sharing such photos. Thanks
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John Frisk
Great story and great photography. May I please use some of the photographs? Please can you ask the photographer to contact me.
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Zarek Cockar
Sent you an email.
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