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When was the first recorded climb of Mount Kenya?
Quick Answer
Mount Kenya was first climbed on 13 September 1899 by Halford Mackinder and his team.
The Full Story
The first recorded ascent of Mount Kenya took place on 13 September 1899. British geographer Halford Mackinder reached the summit of Batian Peak with several companions, including César Ollier and Josef Brocherel. Mount Kenya is the highest mountain in Kenya and the second-highest in Africa, rising to 5,199 meters. The climb was part of an early scientific expedition that also mapped and studied the region.
Key Facts
1.Date: 13 September 1899
2.Highest peak: Batian
3.Elevation: 5,199 m
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