As Valentine's Day approaches, a Hill in Nakuru dubbed ‘Honeymoon Hill’ comes to the minds of many locals.

The hill is situated within the territory of Lake Nakuru National Park as per the Wildlife Fence that separates it with the human activity Land bordering Lakeview and Racecourse estate.

According to the locals the Hill is referred to as Honeymoon Hill due to the fact that lovers visit for a lovebirds walk as they exchange romantic conversations.

The norm has been passed on from one generation to another, where on most weekends you will find lovers go up the hill in pairs.

At the foot of the Hill, is a footpath of about 7 kilometres- a path that is used by many lovers.

A footpath next to Lake Nakuru National Park frequented by lovers during the weekend

Photo credit: JOSEPH OPENDA/NMG

Ommy Allan- a resident of Lakeview Estate for the last 10 years admits that indeed lovers visit the Hill on many occasions.

“You can’t miss seeing lovers come here especially on weekends and on special occasions. For instance, this Valentine's Day we expect to see many,” he said.

Sentiment echoed by Ngash Gitau who opines that as the name suggests, many will visit just to reflect on their relationships outside the busy city of Nakuru.

Jane Wangari,24, says despite staying in the area, she has never been to the Hill and she is ready to give a try come Valentine's Day a try on Tuesday 14.

On his part Hudson Mwangi-a businessman from Lakeview estate, plans are on to establish a great hotel at the foot of the Hill perhaps with the name ‘Honey Moon Hotel as well as a museum or animal orphanage.

“This is a place that can be converted into a cultural site, museum or orphanage and through that a source of employment to our youth in this area,” said Mwangi.

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