Kit Mikayi One Of the least known or visited parts of Kenya. Diverse in its ecosystem from highlands to rainforests. This region is rich in culture and history. The two main communities living here are the Luhya and the Luo. Both of these boast a rich culture and traditions. When in western kenya ask about the many myths that the old men are always eager to tell about. Talk to the right old man and beautiful huge gravity defying rock formations such as "Kit Mikayi" in Seme come with a story behind it. Other popular myths here include that of "Lwanda Magere" the great luo warrior whose body was impenetrable to the enemy spear. Or Gor Mahia the great witchdoctor who could easily take the form of any animal he pleased. The Luhya also have an equally rich culture with their many rights of passage and unique ceremonies such as burial, circumcision and bull fights. The bull fights take place often and are quite a spectacle to watch. The architecture here is quite interesting with people living in huts of mud and cow dung with straw roofs. Apart from this there is the Rich Kakamega Forest to be explored. There is an excellent network of trails and the National Park has at your disposal highly skilled Naturalists and guides. Ruma national park is located south of the lake. The Mount Elgon national park is also accessible from here. For those keen to strap on a back-pack and take a hike, the cherangani Hills are perfect for this. Good birding can be done here. The Saiwa Swamp National Park, which permits walking and is equiped with forest trails as well as boardwalks is the other option for trekkers.