Road Trip: Break at Makindu Gurdwara

Makindu Gurdwara

Makindu is probably not your average tourist destination, but I assure you it will after your first visit. About 170 km from Nairobi on the highway to Mombasa, Makindu is known for its oldest Sikh Temple in Kenya. It was built by the first Indian settlers who came to help construct the railways in 1926. In fact, Makindu was first established in the early 20th Century as a base for railway workers. To read more on the history, check out Dauti Kahura's article written for The Standard and republished here.

Today, people of all faiths and none are welcome to stop by and enjoy the daily langar - food is served 24h and travelers are welcomed at all times. Tourists can stay up to two days at the temple accommodations, too, should they want to rest on their way. Many stop frequently on their way to the game parks Tsavo and Amboseli, as well as Mombasa. The temple only accepts donations for their services. 

Make sure to stop at Makindu Gurdwara on your next trip. It's just five minutes passed Hunter's Lodge, where most travelers break for a coffee. Skip that and experience the blissful atmosphere at Makindu Gurdwara!