Loiyangalani
is a small town located on the south-eastern coast of Lake Turkana. The name
means "a place of many trees" in the native Samburu tongue and is
home to the El Molo, an almost extinct community, amongst other communities.
Its main industries include fishing, tourism and gold panning.
It is fast
becoming a popular tourist destination in Northern Kenya, as the surrounding El
Molo and Turkana villages, amongst others, offer unique cultural experiences.
The National
Museums of Kenya in collaboration with the German Embassy, and other partners,
will team up for the Lake Turkana Festival from
13 - 15 June 2014
June 2008,
the National Museums of Kenya officially opened the first and only Desert
Museum in Loiyangalani, which mirrors the Cultures and lifestyles of the eight
communities that live in this area.
This is also the year when the 1st Cultural Festival took place celebrating and uniting all tribes affiliated to Loiyangalani, that live around Lake Turkana.
This year’s
event promises to be even more memorable as we join together in celebrating and
helping preserve the cultures of the El Molo, Samburu, Gabbra, Rendile, Watta,
Dasannach, Pokot and the Turkana.
We invite
you to join us as we explore this northern frontier and enjoy the myriad of
colorful cultures while discovering the hidden treasures of Lake Turkana.
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