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Archaeological Sites in Homa Bay

Kanam Prehistoric Site: A Pleistocene Site

Also first excavated in 1932 by Dr. Louis Leakey, Kanam is widely-known for the discovery of a fossil human mandible along with several Pleistocene fauna and pebble tools of the early Pleistocene epoch. Gazetted in July 1982 as a national monument, the area comprises of hillocks and gullies bounded to the north by Pala-Kuwur Road starting at the point where Rawe River branches eastwards.

Kanam Site, not far from Kanjera, produced numerous artefacts which included hominidal remains dated 1 Mya. Although there is very little at present to show for its archaeological achievements, explorers can enjoy walks around the area to various vantages. “At Homa, there are only sparse remnants of extrusive cover by which the sub-volcanic surface can be identified. Patches of melanephenite petrographically identical with the Miocene Kisingiri lavas occur north of the Homa Hills, on the south flank of Nyasanja Valley and at Kanam” – Juliet Bach.

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Kenya is known for its significant archaeological findings related to human origins. the Rift Valley region, at sites like Koobi Fora and Olorgesailie, has yielded fossils and artifacts that provide crucial evidence of early hominins, dated millennias. Along the coast, too, archaeology reveals the history of the Swahili civilization.

Index of Archaeological Sites in Kenya



Baringo County - Kipsaraman Museum, Homa Bay County - Kanjera Prehistoric Site, Kanam Prehistoric Site, Kajiado County - Olorgesailie Prehistoric Site, Kilifi County - Panga ya Saidi, Kisumu County - Muguruk Prehistoric Site, Maboko Island, Marsabit County - Koobi Fora, Illeret Prehistoric Site, Migori County - Gogo Falls Prehistoric Site, Nandi County - Songhor Prehistoric Site, Nakuru County - Kariandusi Museum, Hyrax Hill Museum, River Njoro Caves, Samburu County - Nachola Site, Turkana County - The Nariokotome Boy Site, Lokalalei Site, Turkana Basin Institute, Logatham Valley

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Located in the western Kenya, bordering Lake Victoria, Homa Bay County is known for its scenic landscapes, extensive lakeshore, and vibrant community life. It also offers a rich blend of cultural and historical attractions. Touring Homa Bay County allows you to immerse yourself in a part of Kenya’s natural beauty, cultural diversity, and immersive historical heritage that rarely gets under the limelight.

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48 Destinations in Homa Bay County, arranged as one would visit these - southeast, north then west - with aid of narratives, strip maps and distance chart:

Sondu Miriu Hydro Station, Old Kendu Bay Town, Olmak Beah Resort, Kendu Adventist Gendia, Lake Simbi Nyaima, Ondago Swamp National Sanctuary, Kisindi Lodge and Spa, Homa Hills, Abundu Hot Springs, Bala Lawi Hot Springs, Kanjera Prehistoric Site, Kanam Prehistoric Site, Asego and Kasarua Hills, Homa Bay Town, Asumbi Catholic Church, Asumbi Resort, Kodera Forest, Ruri Hills, Soklo Kipenji, BJs Ranch, Mbita Point, Victoria Sands Lodge, Gembe Hills, Mbita Ferry, Rusinga Island, Rusinga Island Lodge, Tom Mboya Mausoleum, White Stone Beach Resort, Rusinga Island Festival, Ngodhe Island, Kasawanga Village, Mfangano Island, Mfangano Island Lodge, Mawanga Rock Art, Kwitone Rock Art, Abasuba Peace Museum, Siambi Resort, Takawiri Island, Ringiti Island, Mbasa Islands, Gwassi Hills, Lambwe Valley, Ruma National Park, KWS Obiri Guest House, Kanyamwa Escarpment, Nyamugondho Shrine, Gor Mahia Shrine

Know More About Homa Bay County: Its Geography, Land-Use, Highlights, Population, Roads - including a distance chart, Airports, Climate & National Monuments

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