Introduction
Lamu County is a coastal archipelago in northern Kenya, best known for Lamu Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the oldest Swahili settlement in East Africa. The county is famous for its unique and well-preserved culture, where life moves at a slower pace.
Transport relies on donkeys and dhows rather than cars, maintaining its historic charm. While steeped in tradition, Lamu is also the site of the new, modern Port of Lamu, creating a unique blend of ancient and contemporary economies.
