KITENGELA GLASS ART

Kitengela Glass is certainly one of the most astonishing places you'll come across in Kenya. Founded in 1981, the "village" is the work of German artist Nani Croze, who has lived in the country for almost forty years and is internationally renowned for her stained-glass windows and mosaics, tableware and other objects made from recycled glass. The garden surrounding the gallery and workshop is also dotted with sculptures in recycled iron and glass, and mosaic paths. Kitengela is both a place of creation and an exhibition space. The atmosphere is surprising and unique. Kitengela is also a training center for over fifty artisans. Nani Croze has also designed and built six cottages available for rental, reminiscent of Gaudi's works, with a touch ofAlice in Wonderland. A sauna and swimming pool complete the ensemble. The originality of this place and its quirky works is well worth a visit. If you can stay here, even though it's off the beaten track, all the better! Activities such as nature walks, camel rides and art workshops keep you busy. A suspension bridge takes you across the river to Rolf's Place for lunch. Right next door, Nani's son, following in his mother's footsteps, has launched Anselm Kitengela Hot Glass. The workshop showcases his more contemporary and commercial products. But it's Nani's work that reveals the soul of a great artist.