About Bomet County Way Back When Brief History of Bomet County Bomet's history dates back to pre-colonial times, when the region was inhabited by various indigenous communities most notable of these being the Kipsigis. At the onset, when vast swathes of the countryside were sparsely inhabited, these communities, alongside prolific vagabonds like the Maasai, were pastoralists and to a less extent farmers. That was status quo up until the turn of the 20th century. During the colonial era, the British established control over the region. They introduced new forms of governance, infrastructure, and economic activities, including large-scale agriculture like tea and coffee plantations. Bomet, due to its fertile land and favorable climate, became a hub for agriculture, particularly tea. The area's economy grew fast due to the establishment of thriving tea estates. Up until 1992 Bomet County was part of the then larger Kericho District, also famous for its tea plantations. Hitherto, the higher areas of Bomet fell under the District of Kipsigis Tribal Reserve, with European farmlands at Sotik and Lumbwa and tea estates at Kericho itself being dominant producers. Chepalungu, Sotik, Konoin, Bomet Central and Bomet East were all part of the former colonial scheduled quarter for European settlement. The expropriation of land by colonial settlers and lack thereafter of restitution plans is still a big source of friction in Bomet County, with crusades to gain recompense for land lost and allocated to settlers. In recent years, Bomet has continued to be a significant agricultural region in Kenya, known for its tea production, horticulture, and dairy farming. The county has seen infrastructural improvements, educational advancements, and ongoing efforts to further develop its fortune tea economy and social services. Bomet County is, and has since people settle here, home to a diverse community, the largest of these being the Kipsigis, a subtribe of the Kalenjin. Living mainly in the fertile highlands of Kenya, the Kalenjin – Kipsigis, Nandi, Keiyo, Marakwet, Tugen, Sabaot, Sengwer and Pokot – make up about 12% of Kenya's population. All the subtribes of Kalenjin have their unique languages and cultures, but they all hold similar tales of their origin and migration to their current settlement, originating in the Sudan, and moving into the Kenyan area in the 18th century. One of the prominent Kipsigis myths, recounted even today with much detail and vivacity, related to their adventure when they left Tot, their place of origin. This popular myth was told to every Kipsigis in the past, as part of the tribe’s history, in an attempt to explain the origin of the Kipsigis. The Kalenjin were collectively known as Mnyoot before they separated. They traveled from Tot, their area of origin, and reached Kipsigis hill, where they settled for many years. Three groups were travelling from the country of Tot around the same time: the Nandi, the Elgeyo and the Kipsigis. When they arrived, they went to Saltlick of Sowe and separated. The Nandi reached Kapkeben, while the Kipsigis reached the Mountain of Kipsigis, and lived there for some. The Kipsigis, with a population of 1.972 Million speakers, account for 43% of all kalenjin speaking people in Kenya. Their favourable, fertile land, stretching from Timboroa to the Mara, and a long legacy of peace and stability have been great aids to their prominence. Although the Kipsigis are traditionally pastoralists, pressure on land and high population have forced them to live as farmers. Touring Bomet County offers a chance to explore the lush landscapes, cultural heritage, and natural attractions of Kenya's Rift Valley region. Whether you're interested in nature, culture, or adventure, Bomet offers a diverse range of attractions and activities to explore. It is also a jumping-off place to Masai Mara. You Are Here: Bomet County Where to Next? Explore Destinations in Bomet County A Guide to Bomet County A Summa Digest of Bomet About Bomet Way Back When 20 Destinations in Bomet County , arranged as one would visit these - east, north, south then west - with aid of narratives, images, strip maps and distance chart: Kipsigis Oasis Sanctuary and Culture , Chepalungu Forest , Nogirwet Irrigation Scheme , Chebara Irrigation Scheme , Kaplelach Cultural Centre , Masese Nyangores Ecotourism , Nyangores River , Masai Mara National Reserve , Fair Hills Hotel , Sahara Gardens Hotel , The Willis Hotel , Tenwek Falls , Motigo Hill , Kipsegon Ecosystem , Tirgaga Tea Factory , Trans Mara Forest , South Western Mau Forest , Iria Maina Falls , Changoi Tea Factory Know More About Bomet County: Its Geography, Land-Use, Highlights, Population, Roads - including a distance chart, Airports, Climate & National Monuments What's The Air Like In Bomet? Rainfall is evenly distributed in Bomet, except for the short dryer season in January and February. Temperature levels range from 16 o C to 24 o C with the coldest months between February and April; and July. What's The Lay Of The Land In C.36? Bomet has an undulating topography that gives way to a flatter terrain in the south. The overall slope is towards the south, except the north eastern region – which rises eastwards towards the 3,000 ms Mau Mountain Complex. Know More About Bomet County…

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