Fort Jesus Swimming Gala
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Fort Jesus Swimming Gala

The Fort Jesus swimming Gala is an antique in disguise, not for sale but owned by the brave at heart who each year brave the violent ocean currents to swim the opposite creek. The most publicized sports event in the Kenyan coast and the only one held around a museum the swimming gala takes place around the fort Jesus museum , more than 5 centuries old , the envy of long dead sultans and Portuguese army men who fought over what would be their very grave. Swimming being a favorite sport for many dwellers, the open swimming competition invites all swimmers from anywhere in the world across a 20 mile stretch and the fasKenya Vacations swimmer takes the cake. This happens during the month of July when the tide is favorable and many people enjoying their summer holidays can visit Kenya. The sport attracts over 200 swimmers every year and entry fee is 350 euros for foreigners.


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