Menengai Crater

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:volcano
gptkbp:accessibility accessible by road from Nakuru
gptkbp:area approximately 12 km²
gptkbp:climate temperate climate
highland climate
gptkbp:climate_impact affected by climate change
gptkbp:conservation site for environmental studies
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:protected_area
gptkbp:country approximately 8 km
gptkbp:cultural_events site for local cultural events
gptkbp:cultural_significance important to local communities
gptkbp:elevation 2,490 meters
gptkbp:fauna habitat for various mammals
gptkbp:features geothermal activity
gptkbp:flora rich in endemic plant species
gptkbp:geological_features Pleistocene to Holocene
basalt
part of the East African Rift
gptkbp:geological_formation formed by volcanic activity
gptkbp:geothermal_power potential for geothermal energy production
gptkbp:historical_research subject of historical research studies
gptkbp:historical_significance site of ancient human habitation
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Menengai Crater
gptkbp:is_explored_in explored for geothermal resources
gptkbp:is_visible_from visible from Nakuru town
gptkbp:land_use agriculture in surrounding areas
gptkbp:landforms features unique landforms due to volcanic activity
prominent landform in the region
gptkbp:last_eruption approximately 200 years ago
contains a caldera
gptkbp:local_attractions gptkb:hot_springs
gptkbp:local_economy contributes to local economy through tourism.
gptkbp:location gptkb:Kenya
gptkbp:photography popular spot for photography
gptkbp:research site for geological studies
gptkbp:safety generally safe for visitors
gptkbp:scenic_views offers scenic views of the Great Rift Valley
gptkbp:species varied vegetation including grasslands and forests
gptkbp:surrounding_area Menengai Forest
gptkbp:surrounding_cities Nakuru County communities
gptkbp:tour frequented by educational groups
gptkbp:tourism popular hiking destination
gptkbp:trails multiple hiking trails available
gptkbp:type gptkb:volcano
gptkbp:wildlife home to various species of birds
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Nakuru
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5