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Nairobi

Kenya

Photos of Nairobi

Discover the beauty and character of Nairobi through these stunning images

Featured Image

Featured view of Nairobi, Kenya

Photo Gallery

body of water near green trees during night time

body of water near green trees during night time

Photo by Mustafa Omar
a busy city street

a busy city street

Photo by Michael Njoroge
white and black concrete building under blue sky during daytime

white and black concrete building under blue sky during daytime

Photo by Joecalih
a view of a city from a tall building

a view of a city from a tall building

Photo by Kenny Murgor
red and yellow hot air balloon over field with zebras

red and yellow hot air balloon over field with zebras

Photo by sutirta budiman
time-lapse photography of road way and building

time-lapse photography of road way and building

Photo by Yonko Kilasi
woman standing and holding orange textile at the field during day

woman standing and holding orange textile at the field during day

Photo by Zac Wolff
opened black window

opened black window

Photo by Gariay Thomas
camera on turned laptop computer at sofa

camera on turned laptop computer at sofa

Photo by Zac Wolff
silhouette of woman during daytime

silhouette of woman during daytime

Photo by Zac Wolff
a group of people standing next to each other

a group of people standing next to each other

Photo by Dwayne joe
person writing on white paper

person writing on white paper

Photo by Cytonn Photography
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What to Photograph in Nairobi

Architecture

Historic buildings, modern skylines, and unique architectural details that define Nairobi's character.

Street Life

Vibrant street scenes, local markets, cafes, and the daily rhythm of life in Nairobi.

Scenic Views

Panoramic cityscapes, sunset views, and natural landscapes surrounding Nairobi.

Photography Tips for Nairobi

Best Times

Golden Hour: 1 hour after sunrise and before sunset
Blue Hour: 30 minutes after sunset for city lights
Overcast Days: Perfect for architectural details

What to Bring

Wide-angle lens for architecture and cityscapes
Tripod for low-light and long exposure shots
Extra batteries - cold weather drains them faster
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