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Kelso (Scotland)

Kelso is a small market town in the Borders region of southern Scotland, with a population of 6900 in 2020. Its name probably derives from Calk Heugh - the "chalk outcrop" which its two rivers cut through. These are the Teviot and Tweed, joining here, both famed for salmon fishing. The town grew up around its Abbey, whose monks farmed the fertile valleys. Its town centre is of a style common in northern France and the Low Countries but rare in Scotland, with a large market square, and Flemish-style buildings. The main reasons to visit are the Abbey and Floors Castle.

Difficult to believe now, but the tiny village of Roxburgh five miles south was once an important settlement, and indeed briefly the capital of Scotland.

Get in
By plane: the nearest airport is Edinburgh 50 miles (81 km) northwest, with a good choice of flights. Newcastle Airport is 62 miles southeast.

By train: the nearest railway stations are Tweedbank (17 miles west), terminus of the Borders Railway from Edinburgh, and Berwick-upon-Tweed (25 miles east) on the East Coast Mainline from London Kings Cross to Newcastle and Edinburgh.

By bus: Borders Bus 51 / 52 runs every two hours daily from Edinburgh along the A68, via the Royal Infirmary, Dalkeith, Lauder, Earlston, and St Boswells to Kelso and Jedburgh.

Bus 67 runs every two hours daily from Berwick-upon-Tweed west via Coldstream, Kelso, St Boswells and Melrose to Galashiels, the Borders transport hub. Don't take Bus 60, which runs further north via Greenlaw.

By car or bike from the south follow A1 to Berwick-upon-Tweed then take A689 via Coldstream. From the north follow A68, then either A697 and A6089 past Mellerstain, or A699 from St Boswells.

Get around
The Abbey and Floors Castle are in town, and Roxburgh Castle is only a one mile walk. There's no bus along the road to Mellerstain House.

See

 * Kelso Square has well preserved 18th- and 19th-century architecture reminiscent of the low countries.
 * Duns village 17 miles north has the Jim Clark Museum, see Berwick-upon-Tweed.
 * is the shell of a 16th-century turret. It's on A6105 by the village of Gordon and free to admire 24 hours.
 * is a 12th / 13th century bastion of the Hume family, but the walls were only added in the 17th. There's no public access in 2022.
 * Duns village 17 miles north has the Jim Clark Museum, see Berwick-upon-Tweed.
 * is the shell of a 16th-century turret. It's on A6105 by the village of Gordon and free to admire 24 hours.
 * is a 12th / 13th century bastion of the Hume family, but the walls were only added in the 17th. There's no public access in 2022.

Do

 * Golf: Kelso Golf Club is just north of town, Schloss Roxburgh (see "Sleep") is four miles south.
 * Rugby: Kelso RFC were promoted in 2023 and now play in the Premiership, Scotland's top amateur tier. They play at Poynder Park north side of town and host the Kelso Sevens tournament in May, with the next probably on Sa 4 May 2024, tbc.
 * Civic Week is held in July with horse riding, sports competitions, pipe bands and general hoo-hah in mid-July.
 * Border Union Show is a large agricultural show, held since 1813, at Springwood Show Ground (aka Borders Events Centre). It's on the last weekend in July with livestock judging, funfair and craft, food and drink stalls; held in late July. Border Union also organises the Championship Dog Show in June, same venue.
 * Border Union Show is a large agricultural show, held since 1813, at Springwood Show Ground (aka Borders Events Centre). It's on the last weekend in July with livestock judging, funfair and craft, food and drink stalls; held in late July. Border Union also organises the Championship Dog Show in June, same venue.

Buy

 * Sainsbury's is the main supermarket, south side of town at Maxwellheugh roundabout, open daily 08:00-22:00.
 * Kelso Pottery at 5 The Knowes sells studio pottery.
 * A Hume Country Clothing for menswear is at 46 The Square.

Eat

 * Cheap eats in town centre are Ozkans Grill, China Red, The Cobbles, Lemon & Thyme, and Kelso Tandoori.
 * The Contented Vine is an Italian restat aurant 60 Horsemarket, open M-Th 6-9PM, F-Su 5-9PM.

Drink

 * Rutherford's Micropub on The Square is open M-Th noon-10PM, F Sa noon-11PM.
 * Kelso Gin distillery is at Ancrum two miles north of Jedburgh.

Sleep

 * The Old Priory on Woodmarket is an elegant B&B open Feb-Dec.
 * The Old Priory on Woodmarket is an elegant B&B open Feb-Dec.

Connect
As of March 2022, Kelso and its approach roads have 4G from all UK carriers, but with lots of dead spots. 5G has not reached this area.

Go next

 * Dryburgh and Melrose Abbeys are a few miles west, and Jedburgh Abbey is a few miles south.
 * St Abb's Head is a dramatic headland on the Berwickshire cliffs.
 * Edinburgh to the north is a must-see.

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Kelso (Washington)

Kelso is a city in the Southwest Washington region of Washington State.

By car

 * I-5.svg Interstate 5: Kelso is located just off of I-5 and is accessed from Exits #39 (Allen St/Kelso) & 40 (N Kelso Ave) from the northbound lanes. Most of the services for food, gasoline and lodging are located off of Exit #39 while the Exit #40 accesses a local residential district north of town.
 * WA-4.svg Allen St: Goes through town from I-5 as Allen St to 5th Ave N (WB) & 4th Ave N (EB). It becomes Ocean Beach Hwy west of its intersection with Washington Way, west of town. SR-4 connects Longview/Kelso to the coast (Long Beach & Astoria) along the Washington side of the Columbia River.
 * Washington Way Local boulevard that connects West Kelso to Longview.

By train

 * Routes stopping in Kelso:
 * Amtrak Cascades operates between Vancouver, BC and Eugene via Bellingham, Mount Vernon, Everett, Edmonds, Seattle, Tukwila, Tacoma, Lacey (Olympia), Centralia, Kelso (Longview), Vancouver, WA, Portland, Oregon City, Salem, and Albany.  There are two round trips daily along the portion between Vancouver and Seattle, four round trips daily along the portion between Seattle and Portland, and two round trips daily along the portion between Portland and Eugene.  No train departures travel the whole length of the route. Additional service between Vancouver and Seattle, and between Portland to Eugene are provided on the Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach.
 * Coast Starlight operates daily between Seattle and Los Angeles. Stops include Tacoma, Portland, Eugene, Klamath Falls, Dunsmuir, Redding, Chico, Sacramento, Davis, Martinez, San Francisco (Emeryville), Oakland, San Jose, Salinas, Paso Robles, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Oxnard, Simi Valley, Van Nuys, and Burbank. Between Seattle and Eugene, it makes the same stops as the Amtrak Cascades, except it skips Tukwila and Oregon City.
 * Coast Starlight operates daily between Seattle and Los Angeles. Stops include Tacoma, Portland, Eugene, Klamath Falls, Dunsmuir, Redding, Chico, Sacramento, Davis, Martinez, San Francisco (Emeryville), Oakland, San Jose, Salinas, Paso Robles, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Oxnard, Simi Valley, Van Nuys, and Burbank. Between Seattle and Eugene, it makes the same stops as the Amtrak Cascades, except it skips Tukwila and Oregon City.

By bus
The serves as a bus station for River Cities Transit, Greyhound and other regional bus companies serving adjacent Columbia County, Oregon and Wahkiakum County, Washington. It is located along 1st Ave S between Ash & Pine St, next to the Amtrak Station in downtown Kelso:

 * 44 Three Rivers Mall, Kelso 'Amtrak/Greyhound' Transit Center, Triangle Center and Heron Point via Ocean Beaches Way (SR-4). Goes by the RA Long Square (Central Park) in Longview on the eastbound trip towards Three Rivers Mall.
 * 45 Three Rivers Mall, Kelso 'Amtrak/Greyhound' Transit Center, RA Long Square (Central Park), Mark Morris HS/Triangle Center, Longview Transit Center. Connections to Longview on the other side of the Cowlitz River.
 * 57 Local bus within Kelso proper on the east side of the Cowlitz River including stops to Three Rivers Mall and Kelso 'Amtrak/Greyhound' Transit Center.
 * 45 Three Rivers Mall, Kelso 'Amtrak/Greyhound' Transit Center, RA Long Square (Central Park), Mark Morris HS/Triangle Center, Longview Transit Center. Connections to Longview on the other side of the Cowlitz River.
 * 57 Local bus within Kelso proper on the east side of the Cowlitz River including stops to Three Rivers Mall and Kelso 'Amtrak/Greyhound' Transit Center.

See
Mount St. Helens

Sleep
Except the Best Western most of the listed hotels in the below are located 2 mi (3.2 km) NW of town at Allen & I-5 (Exit #39) surrounding the Three Rivers Mall and the other mall at 200-236 S Kelso Dr on the east side of the freeway:

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Kemah

Kemah is a city on the Gulf Coast of Texas. The boardwalk is a popular destination for people in the Houston area. The best time to come if you want to relax is during the week, but if you have kids and want them to be able to play in the fountains and things, come on the weekends.

Understand
In the mid-1990s, Landry's Restaurants bought the all the property along the south side of the Clear Creek channel. It was then rebuilt with a theme-park atmosphere and the energy in Kemah increased dramatically. All the boardwalk restaurants are chains owned by Landry's, and all the smaller shops lease space. Limited parking is free. There are plenty of other independent shops through the town, back off the boardwalk.

By car
Kemah is small enough to travel on foot or bike, but most people get there by car. From IH-10 in Baytown (east of Houston), turn south on TX-146. Kemah is just past the second or third very tall bridge. From Houston or Galveston, go towards the other on IH-45. Turn east on FM-517. Continue straight on FM-2004 until it ends in Kemah at TX-146 (if you accidentally "turn right" and stay on FM-517, just keep on going to TX-146 then turn left - you're only a couple of miles down the road).

By boat
Kemah Boardwalk Marina offers transient docking services for $1 per foot. Slips up to 30' are almost always available, 30-50' boats should call in advance.

Get around
Due to the small size of the town there is no public transportation. Taxis are available, and plenty of parking is available.

Do

 * - located in Kemah

Sail
There are several marinas that offer various yachting services. Consider chartering a sailboat for half a day, or looking into a weekend-long sailing certification course.

Fish
The area is renowned for its fishing. Red Drum are a popular hunt, as are croaker, flounder, and trout.

Go next

 * Galveston - With its sandy beaches and history it is a perfect place to go after a great stay on the boardwalk. Follow SR-146 south until it merges with IH-45, and continue south.
 * Houston - Go west on FM-2004 until it merges with FM-517 and continue west. Then go north (right) on IH-45.

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Kemaman

Kemaman town, also known as Chukai, is a town in Kemaman District, Terengganu, Malaysia.

By car
Take the highway north from Kuantan or south from Kuala Terengganu and other points north.

By bus
Any bus that goes from Kuala Lumpur or points south to Kuala Terengganu should be able to let you off in Kemaman.

By plane
The closest airport is in Kuantan.

Go next

 * Kuantan, to the south in the state of Pahang is the closest major city.
 * Driving north along the coast of Terengganu is very pleasant.

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Kemer

Kemer is a tourist resort in Lycia on the Mediterranean coast of Turkey, about 40 km southwest of Antalya. It's the largest of a string of resort villages, with a total population in 2022 of 49,383.

Understand
The Lycian coast here is rugged and hemmed in by mountains. In ancient times a string of little ports developed, linked by sea as there was no road access. That limited their value commercially and militarily, so they never grew large. They were also vulnerable to pirate raids, and mostly abandoned in the Byzantine era.

The area only developed from the 1960s when the coastal highway D400 was blasted and tunnelled through the hills. That put Kemer within an hour of Antalya airport, and larger passenger jets plus promotion of Turkish tourism led to a boom. There is nowadays a well-developed tourist strip, which north to south encompasses Beldibi, Göynük, Kemer itself, Kiriş, Çamyuva and Tekirova. Arslanbucak and Kuzdere are residential districts inland from Kemer. Çıralı the southernmost village is part of this municipality but described on a separate page as Olympos.

The Kemer strip has many west European tourists but in the 2020s mostly caters to Russians, to the extent that hotel and restaurant staff are more likely to know Russian than English.

Get in
For long-distance routes by air, bus or car see Antalya. From the airport take the bus (from both terminals) or tram (from T1) downtown to Antalya bus station. Or a taxi might be €50.

Bus TA08 runs from Antalya bus station every 30 min to Kemer, Çamyuva, Phaselis and Tekirova. In 2023 the fare is about 40 TL.

Bus TA07 runs from Antalya bus station every 15 min to Beldibi, Göynük and Kemer.

Buses going further south to Kumluca, Demra, and Kaş don't come into Kemer, but can be stopped on D400 at the intersection by the Otogar.

the bus station is 1 km west of town centre at the intersection with D400. It's reasonably clean.

By road follow directions to Antalya then join D400, the divided highway south along the coast.

Get around
See above for buses TA07 and 08 from Antalya. Others you might use, all starting from Kemer Marina, are Bus 5 to Arslanbucak, Bus 4 to Kuzdere and Bus 1 to Kiriş beach.

Yellow taxis are common. The fare is about 10 TL flagfall plus 10 TL per km.

See

 * at the north end of that village contains rock paintings of unknown date. You're unlikely to find it open.
 * Çamdağ Tunnel burrows through the headland by the cave, and gives access to a secluded shingle beach.
 * (Saat Kulesi) is the focal point of the main village - all local buses stop here. There's a cafe beneath and a little park surrounding. East lies a hotel quarter and Kemer's main beach, which is narrow, shingly, and sardine-packed with sun loungers.
 * Kemer harbour is a modern marina. The "folklore open-air museum" on the east point is just a few waxworks, not worth paying to see.
 * east of the marina is sand and shingle.
 * the hill south of Kemer is best ascended by taking the lane Mustafa Ertuğrul Cd then the summit track, though there are steeper direct trails from south or north. There's a telecoms station on top.
 * south of the hill has a long shingle beach. The north end is called Kiriş.
 * ("Paradise Bay") is a secluded cove reached by a track from the loop of road towards Phaselis.
 * meaning "three islands" are rocky uninhabited islets about 3 km offshore. Boat trips often visit for snorkeling and diving.
 * meaning "three islands" are rocky uninhabited islets about 3 km offshore. Boat trips often visit for snorkeling and diving.
 * meaning "three islands" are rocky uninhabited islets about 3 km offshore. Boat trips often visit for snorkeling and diving.

Inland

 * is the jumbled remains of a hilltop city. Very little is known about it, except that it was inhabited from Hellenistic times and abandoned in the 8th century. You need a guide for the three-hour ascent with no clear trail.
 * (Ikiz Kayalar) are outcrops rearing up on the hillside south of Kuzdere.
 * is a scenic gorge at the point where the road west from Kemer hairpins up the slope towards Gedelme. There's a Roman bridge and pools you can dip in.
 * is just a few scrappy walls of a 9th century fortress, Byzantine era. It may have been a secure warehouse for grain rather than a military outpost. The giant sycamore nearby is thought to be 2500 years old.
 * is the ruined acropolis of an ancient city, curiously not mentioned in classical texts, but its large bath-house and several churches indicate its former importance. It's reached by rough tracks and is free to explore 24 hours.
 * is the ruined acropolis of an ancient city, curiously not mentioned in classical texts, but its large bath-house and several churches indicate its former importance. It's reached by rough tracks and is free to explore 24 hours.

Do

 * Hiking trails include Çalıştepe, Tekirova to Çamyuva, Tahtalı summit, and Mount Chimaera to Ulupınar.
 * Lycian Way is a 540 km way-marked hiking trail from Fethiye to Geyikbayırı in the hills above Antalya.

 * Boat trips for sightseeing or fishing putter out from the marina.
 * Scuba diving centres are Octopus, Aqua Age and Diving Kemer all in Kemer, and DiveEx in Tekirova. The Turkish Med is good for beginners, and there's a couple of shipwrecks and caverns nearby, but limited marine life.
 * Kemer Dolphinpark on Moonlight Beach by the marina is a sad little tourist-trap. The "aquapark" nearby is just a shop.
 * Land of Legends theme park is plugged by several hotels as offering free entry with their hotel package. But it's east of Antalya in Belek, so it's a long day out even with a complementary shuttle.
 * Land of Legends theme park is plugged by several hotels as offering free entry with their hotel package. But it's east of Antalya in Belek, so it's a long day out even with a complementary shuttle.
 * Land of Legends theme park is plugged by several hotels as offering free entry with their hotel package. But it's east of Antalya in Belek, so it's a long day out even with a complementary shuttle.

Buy
Lots of convenience stores open daily. The main concentration around Kemer clocktower includes Oscar, Sok, A101, Migros and Carrefour.

Drink

 * Most cafes serve beer.
 * Night clubs are clustered at the north end of Kemer beach: Aura, Kristall and Inferno. They're open Apr-Oct daily 10:30-04:00, so you need to enjoy raucous pop music if your accommodation is nearby, but they close down in winter.

Connect
Kemer and the coast road have 4G from all Turkish carriers. As of June 2023, 5G has not rolled out in Turkey.

Go next

 * Olympos a few km south is an ancient port, better preserved than Phaselis.
 * Antalya north is a big modern city and most visitors just transit the airport, but it has several antiquities in its old quarter.
 * Belek further east is a golf resort.
 * Side has extensive ruins of a Roman city.

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Niğde

Niğde is a city in Central Anatolia in Turkey. In 2020 the city had a population of 161,110, with another 70,000 in the surrounding province.

Understand
This area has been settled at least since 8000 BC. It has agriculture and silver and tin mines, and was a Hittite town to about 800 BC; they named it Nakita or Nahita from the Persian goddess Anahita. A string of civilisations and armies passed through and the city's heyday was the Seljuk era of the 13th century. Yet by the 14th century it was in ruins, but gradually rebuilt under the Ottomans from 1467. Until the First World War it had large populations of Armenians and Greeks: here and there stand the remains of their churches. Niğde thereafter was rather a sleepy provincial place, invigorated somewhat when the university opened in 1992.

The city is at an elevation of 1229 m, so while it still enjoys the interior Mediterranean hot, dry summer, its winters are cold and snowy.

Get in
A daily train Erciyes Ekspresi takes 2 hr 20 min from Kayseri and continues south to Adana. The direct train from Ankara has been suspended for years.

the railway station is east side of the castle and city centre.

Buses from Istanbul run every two hours, taking 21 hours via Gebze, Izmit, Adapazari and Ankara, for a fare in 2023 of 330 TL. They continue to Adana, another hour. Operators on the route include Metroturizm and Flixbus.

Buses from Kayseri run every hour or two and take 1 hr 45 min. Operators incude Ali Osman Ulusoy, Suha and Oz Sivas.

is the inter-city bus station, on the main Adana highway southeast edge of the city.

By road follow O-21 the Ankara - Adana motorway.

Get around
The dolmuş to Bor runs every hour or two and takes 20 min.

the old bus station is used by local transport.

Erciyes Ekspresi also calls at Bor, Kemerhisar, and Ulukışla.

See

 * crowns the hill of the ancient citadel. It's perhaps 8th century, the Byzantine era, but much altered by modern demolitions and additions. Most prominent addition is the clocktower built in around 1902. The area is free to explore 24 hours.
 * was built in 1233, the Seljuk era. The highlight is the magnificently carved eastern gate.
 * was built maybe in the 1320s. Sungur Bey was the governor who commissioned it, and his tomb is outside.
 * Prodromos Church, built in 1861 and in good condition, is 100 m east of Sungur Bey Mosque. "Prodromos" means the forerunner, John the Baptist.
 * ("white medrassa") was built in 1410. It houses the historical museum (with prehistory exhibited at the Archaeology Museum) but has been closed for years. You can still admire the fine exterior.
 * Şerifali Tomb 100 m north of the archaeology museum is a simple but elegant mausoleum built in 1865.
 * is the best of the city's Seljuk tombs, a octagonal mausoleum of 1312, richly carved. Hatun was daughter of Sultan Kilij Arslan IV.
 * is the best of the city's Seljuk tombs, a octagonal mausoleum of 1312, richly carved. Hatun was daughter of Sultan Kilij Arslan IV.

Further out

 * is a large town 14 km southwest of Niğde, almost entirely modern. Alâeddin Bey or Great Mosque of 1407 was damaged by floods in 2016 and remains closed. Sokullu Mehmet Paşa Mosque just south is of similar date. Şeyh İlyas or Fortress ("Kale") Mosque 500 m east of town centre was built in 1530. You might have to travel via Bor to reach Kemerhisar, another 5 km south.
 * is a small town on the site of ancient Tyana. The main sight is the 1.5-km Roman aqueduct, built under Trajan and Hadrian. Two km northeast by D805 is a large Roman reservoir tank. Gala to the east in Karamahmutlu is an underground settlement similar to Gümüşler, but poorly-preserved.
 * is a village 12 km beyond Kemerhisar with a 2 x 2 m relief of the weather god Tarhunzas. This is carved on a large fragment of rock that nowadays sits in a courtyard leaning against a house. It's probably the same age as the Niğde Stele, say 700 BC.
 * is in the town of Ulukışla, 56 km south of Niğde. Ulukışla means "great barracks" - built in 1616, the complex is believed to have originally been military quarters rather than a merchant caravanserai or pilgrim hostel. It was restored in 1753 and 2011 and is now a market place.
 * is in the town of Ulukışla, 56 km south of Niğde. Ulukışla means "great barracks" - built in 1616, the complex is believed to have originally been military quarters rather than a merchant caravanserai or pilgrim hostel. It was restored in 1753 and 2011 and is now a market place.

Do

 * Football: Niğde Anadolu FK were relegated in 2022 so they now play soccer in TFF 3. Lig, Turkey's fourth tier. Their home ground is 5 Şubat Stadium, capacity 5000, between the castle and railway station.
 * Outdoor sports: Aladağlar National Park, accessed via Çukurbağ 63 km east, is a popular mountaineering, rock climbing, and hiking destination.

Buy

 * Supermarket: Migros is south of centre at Selçuklu Cd 2, open daily 08:30-22:00.

Eat

 * Eating places straggle along the main street and include Kösebasi, Damak Lahmacun, Melisa döner and pastry shop, Safahat Cafe, Pala, Lavas Center, Sofram and Hanedan.

Drink

 * You might struggle, as few cafes serve beer. Maybe try Nizam Izgara 100 m north of the castle clocktower.
 * Geothermal mineral water bubbles out of the mountains. Some is marketed with flapdoodle "official" certificates attesting its therapeutic properties, but it's just over-priced Epsom Salts.

Sleep

 * Ruya Otel 100 m northeast of Grand Hotel is simple but clean.
 * Ruya Otel 100 m northeast of Grand Hotel is simple but clean.

Connect
Niğde and its approach highways have 4G from all Turkish carriers. As of Jan 2023, 5G has not rolled out in Turkey.

Go next

 * Adana southeast is a large modern city but with many old mosques and museums.
 * Mersin south has a few antiquities but is primarily an industrial port with ferries to Cyprus.
 * Kayseri northeast has several Seljuk-era buildings, such as the castle.

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Kemerovo

Kemerovo (Russian: Ке́мерово KYEHM-eer-uh-vuh) is a city in Kemerovo Oblast, Western Siberia. Kemerovo is the capital of Kemerovo region or Kuzbass. It is a city with over half a million of population — big enough for Siberia. Rivers Tom and Iskitimka run through the city.

By train
Direct trains arrive from
 * Moscow (55 hours), #29, firmenniy train Kuzbass.
 * Tashtagol (16 hours), #680/679.
 * Novosibirsk (5 hours), #853/854

Get around
By bus, trams, trolleybus, taxi. Prices are fair enough: ₽14 for public transport and around ₽200-300 for a taxi, depending on how far you want to go.

See
There are many museums and art galleries in Kemerovo, most of which are located in the city center. The grand Lenin's Square with the Lenin`s monument is a symbol of past Soviet times. Also you can find here a monument dedicated to miners who gave their lives working the region's mines.

Also the city is surrounded by beautiful forest — taiga, where you can almost feel the wildness and greatness of lands untouched by civilization.

 * 'Khimik' Stadium, one of the largest hockey arena in the world where Russian hockey teams play.

 * Znamenskiy Kafedral'nyy Sobor, Ulitsa Lunacharskogo, 4. Prominent city church.

Do
Skiing, snowboarding, bowling, pool, hiking, hunting, fishing. Also Disco and night clubs.

Take a tour of the massive strip mine just outside Kemerovo, which fueled Russia's industrial revolution under Stalin's 5-year plan.

Buy
Most common Russian souvenirs. Matryoshka, lapti, beresta. Different types of wood-carved hand-made souvenirs.

Eat
There are a great number of restaurants. Russian, sushi, European and others. Fast-food meal for 2 people will be around ₽300. A restaurant meal for 2 people with beer or wine will be as much as ₽1000.

Drink
Vodka! The nearby town of Mariinsk is considered a somewhat adequate manufacturer of vodka.

Sleep
Plenty of hotels. Centrally located hotels include: Hotel Kuzbass, Tom River Plaza Hotel, Azimut Hotel Kristall. Outside the city in the taiga you can stay at the Park Hotel Graal (http://park-hotel-graal.ru) or the hotel Tsarskiye Palaty.

Go next
Gornaya Shoriya and a ski-resort Sheregesh.

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Kemerovo Oblast

Kemerovo Oblast (Russian: Ке́меровская о́бласть KYEHM-eer-uhf-skuh-yuh OH-blust') is a region in Western Siberia, which borders Altai Krai to the southwest, Novosibirsk Oblast to the west, Tomsk Oblast to the north, Krasnoyarsk to the northeast, Khakassia to the east, and Altai Republic to the south.

Cities

 * — the capital and second largest city
 * — a mid-sized coal city on the Trans-Siberian Railway
 * — the second oldest city and the center of beresta craftwork.
 * — the region's largest and oldest city is also the center of the coal mining industry and the site of Dostoevsky's marriage
 * — a town in the southern Gornaya Shoria region, which serves as a base for skiing in the area's mountains
 * — a small town on the Trans-Siberian notable only for its name, Яя, which holds the undisputed title of the dead last place name in Russian alphabetical order

Other destinations

 * — the all-Russia ski resort in Gornaya Shoriya.

Understand
By Siberian standards, Kemerovo Oblast is populous, urban, and industrialized. It lies in the heart of the "Kuzbass" (Kuznets Basin) region, home to the world's largest deposits of coal. Accordingly, most of Kemerovo Oblast's cities developed because of economic opportunities related to the coal industry. As a result, the region's cities are often quite polluted, although the situation has improved since the fall of the USSR. Visitors to the region's cities will find them busy, but not significant tourist attractions in and of themselves. But this is all the more reason to get out into the beautiful and unspoilt (and uninhabited) Siberian countryside!

Talk
Russian is the only dish on the menu.

Get in
Most visitors will pass through Kemerovo Oblast on the Trans-Siberian Railway, which makes stops at (from west to east) Yurga, Taiga, Anzhero-Sudzhensk, Yaya, and Mariinsk.

There is an airport at Kemerovo, with flights to/from Moscow, Krasnoyarsk, and in the summer: Anapa, Sochi and Khabarovsk.

Novokuznetsk also has an airport serving flights from Moscow (Domodedovo and Vnukovo Airports), Saint Petersburg, Tomsk and in the summer: Sochi, Krasnodar, and Anapa.

Get around
Rail is the most important means of transport in this industrialized region on the Trans-Siberian Railway. The most important junction town is Yurga, junction for the branch going south to Kemerovo.

Do

 * Horseback Riding
 * Alpine Sports

Go next
The next major stops on the Trans-Siberian Railway are Novosibirsk to the west and Achinsk and Krasnoyarsk to the east.

Travelers heading to Tomsk should take the branch from the Trans-Siberian Railway junction at Taiga.

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Kemi

Kemi is a town in Finnish Lapland, at the northernmost tip of the Gulf of Bothnia. Most tourists are drawn by two wintry sights: its world famous Lumilinna Snow Castle & Hotel and the unusual chance to have an icebreaker cruise. The city also boasts an array of shops, restaurants and bars. In its character, rather than having a Lappish ambiance, it strongly resembles an ordinary Finnish town.

The surrounding countryside is a separate municipality, Keminmaa.

Understand
Kemi is an industrial town dominated by a Metsä Group and Veitsiluoto. The in Keminmaa is the only chromium mine in Europe. The chromium is used in Tornio's stainless steel mill, which was established for this particular reason, 30 km away.

The area surrounding the mouth of the river Kemi (Finnish: Kemijoki) has been subject to agriculture at least since the 13th century. The Kemi parish was mentioned in 1329, but it was only in 1856 that Emperor Alexander II of Russia established the town. It was built according to a strict grid plan, which still makes finding places in downtown Kemi fairly simple.

A sawmill on the Laitakari island began operating in 1863; the economy of the reborn Kemi was heavily based on logging. The railway connected the town to southern Finland in 1903, and in 1939 the harbor moved from downtown to Ajos, about 10 km off-town. Today Kemi has one of the few deep-water harbours in Finland. During the World War II aftermath known as the Lapland War, retreating German troops devastated public buildings, and all the bridges over the Kemijoki river, but left private houses untouched.

In July 1949 the government wanted to cut the wages of lumber workers, who went into a strike against the plans. In August 18th 1949 the strike ended up into a bloody conflict between the police and over 3,000 lumber workers and harbour dockers. This "Bloody Thursday" is so far the last fatal political protest in Finland.

Due to its labour activist past Kemi has got fame as a "red town". The Left Alliance and the Social Democratic Party still have more than half of the city council seats, making Kemi a political curiosity in Finland.

Modern-day Kemi has slightly over 20,000 inhabitants. The population trend is declining.

By train
There are no passenger services across from Sweden, as the rail gauge is different. Within Finland, trains from Rovaniemi take about 1½ hours, while a trip all the way from Helsinki, fairly comfortable if done in a sleeper overnight, is 9 hours.

By bus
Buses head over the Swedish border at Tornio/Haparanda (30 min), coming from Luleå (2½ hr), to where there are trains from the south (and from Narvik in Norway). Buses from Luleå are free with most rail passes. A direct bus connection to Kemi is available from Helsinki, Oulu and Rovaniemi.

By car
Kemi is a little north of the mid-point of highway 4 (part of E75) connecting Helsinki to Utsjoki (near Nuorgam at the northernmost point of the country); from either of these it's about 9 hours of driving depending on the road conditions. Oulu and Rovaniemi are both a little over an hour away along the same highway.

E8 along the coast as highway 8 joins highway 4 south of Oulu and continues as highway 21 via Tornio (with road connections from Sweden by E4) towards Kilpisjärvi and Tromsø.

Get around
Easily by walking. Kemin Taksipalvelu Oy operates local bus lines in Kemi with just a few departures a day. There is a route planner for local transport trips. Matkahuolto Routes and Tickets app is able to first plan the route and after it sell the right ticket for it. Aside from these your options for getting around without walking (or biking) are driving or taking a taxi.

By taxi

 * Smartphone apps: Valopilkku, 02 Taksi
 * Smartphone apps: Valopilkku, 02 Taksi
 * Smartphone apps: Valopilkku, 02 Taksi

See

Do

Buy
Reindeer skin rugs are available year round in speciality stores from around €60.

The city centre has a number of shops, including supermarkets, clothes, sports and photography shops.

Eat
In the city centre of Kemi within 5 minutes walk from the railway station and all hotels:

Drink
Kemi has a varied selection of bars, pubs and nightclubs with students often filling them midweek, and locals each weekend.

The most popular bars in Kemi include:

Nightclub choice is reasonably good:

Connect
As of Nov 2023, Kemi and its approach roads have 4G from Telia and 5G from DNA and Elisa.

Go next

 * Rovaniemi, the regional centre of Finnish Lapland. Its world-famous Santa Claus Village is a 80 minutes drive north of Kemi, using Highway 4.
 * Tornio, a nearby city in the same region, near the border with Sweden
 * Tornio-Haparanda Golf Club is an internationally-known course, which has holes starting and finishing in Finland and Sweden. The course is approximately 20 minutes drive north in the city of Tornio. A round costs €30 in summer, while snow golf is also available in winter.
 * Bothnian Bay National Park is a maritime national park out to sea. It is accessible only by boat.

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Kemmannagundi

Kemmannagundi is a hill station in Chikmagalur district.

Kemmanagundi is a scenic hill station in the Baba Budan Giri range of hills. Karnataka's tallest peak, Mullayanagiri, is also part of the same hill ranges. 55 km to the north of Chikmagalur, Kemmanagundi is also known as KR hills after the Wodeyar king Krishna Raja Wodeyar who made it his favourite summer camp. Located at a height of 1434 meters, it is amazingly verdant and has beautiful climate throughout the year.

Get in
By air Mangalore is the nearest domestic airport, which is 190 km away and Bangalore is the nearest international airport, which is 295 km away. Mangalore air terminal is connected to Bangalore and Chennai. Bangalore airport is well connected to almost all airports in India.

By train Nearest railway station is Tarikere, which is connected by rail to Mangalore and Bangalore. Tarikere is about 15 km from Kemmannagundi and taxi will cost about ₹300 from railway station to Kemmannagundi. For train timings and online reservations (within India) visit the Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation's website.

By bus Kemmannagundi is well connected by bus services. Private and public transport buses connect frequently to Tarikere (30 km), Chikmagalur (55 km), Bangalore (295 km) and Mangalore (190 km). A/C deluxe and luxury buses are available from Bangalore and Mangalore to Kemmannagundi, which cost about ₹4 per km.

Get around
By tourist mini bus You can get tourist buses(mini) from Chikmagalur.

By jeep Jeep services are available from Kemmannagundi to tourist places.

Do
Camp at Muthodi nature camp run by Karnataka Forest Department which is part of Bhadra Tiger Reserve.

Buy
Coffee powder made from Coffee beans grown locally and Spices grown locally.

Drink
Coffee available at local restaurants and road side stalls.

Go next

 * Mangalore

 * Udupi
 * Kudremukh National Park

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Kemmerer

Kemmerer is a city in Southwest Wyoming.

Understand
Kemmerer is home to the original J. C. Penney store.

See

 * The Fossil Butte National Monument is located 15 miles west of Kemmerer, Wyoming along U.S. Highway 30.
 * The Fossil Butte National Monument is located 15 miles west of Kemmerer, Wyoming along U.S. Highway 30.

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Kempsey

Kempsey is a town on the Mid-North Coast of New South Wales.

Understand
Kempsey is a service town on the Macleay River. It is a significant station on the railway line between Sydney and Brisbane.

Get in
By train, three trains run to and from Sydney each day.

By bus, the coaches plying the Pacific Highway between Sydney and Brisbane stop here.

By car, along the Pacific Highway around 400km north from Sydney. The longest road bridge in Australia bypasses the town.

By plane, Port Macquarie Airport is around 45 minutes drive south, and has regular flights to Sydney and car hire. Kempsey has its own airport available for charter flights and general aviation.

Respect
The talk of the Kempsey bus crash in 1989 should be avoided at all costs. While it was the reason why over 95 per cent of the Pacific Highway is now a freeway/dual carriageway, many people from older generations are still traumatized to this day, and avoid bringing it up, unless a local or staff brings it up.

Go next

 * Head south to Port Macquarie or north to Coffs Harbour

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Kempten

Kempten is a city of 69,000 people (2021) in Swabia, Bavaria, is on the banks of the Iller in the foothills of the Allgäu Alps.

Understand
The origin of the town lies in the Roman military fort of Cambodonum and the town now uses its Roman heritage to attract visitors. Kempten was an Imperial free city of the Holy Roman Empire until the Napoleonic wars. The population was largely Lutheran from the Reformation, but ruled by prince abbots based in the Neustadt, above the Altstadt which lies along the Iller.

Get around
Much of the centre of town is pedestrianised, although taxis are available, and a municipal bus service operates in the centre and in surrounding areas.

See
As the largest city in the Allgau, Kempten is home to several sights of interest to visitors:

Do

 * Flea markets are held every two to three weeks at different venues around the city.
 * They play their home games at
 * They play their home games at

Buy
Beer.

Drink
Beer.

Go next

 * Lermoos — ski resort over the border with Austria that can easily be reached with a direct train connection.

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Kemptville (Nova Scotia)

Kemptville is an inland village in Yarmouth and Acadian Shores region of Nova Scotia along the Tusket River. It is a popular location for sport fishing due to its many rivers and lakes.

Understand
The village consists of Kemptville and North Kemptville in Yarmouth Municipality, and East Kemptville in Argyle Municipality.

Kemptville is named after General Sir James Kempt, who served as Lieutenant-Governor of Nova Scotia from 1820–28, about the time this area was first settled by Europeans.

History
The settlement of Kemptville began with Abner Andrews, the son of Major Samuel Andrews, a British Loyalist from North Carolina. Andrews moved to the area from Tusket, Nova Scotia, and was later followed by his brothers Nathan and David Andrews and by James Hurlburt. Other families later came from various corners of Yarmouth County such as Yarmouth Township, Shelburne and Argyle, in addition to a smaller number of families from England and the United States.

Get in

 * Highway 203 - South Shore and Hwy. 103 Inland: a scenic drive from Shelburne through East Kemptville and Kemptville to Carleton, near Yarmouth.

Eat and drink

 * See the listing for Trout Point Lodge in "Sleep".

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Kenai Fjords National Park

Kenai Fjords National Park is a national park in Southcentral Alaska.

Landscape
Kenai Fjords National Park is a geological wonderland where glaciers and ice caps meet the ocean. Comprising an edge of the Kenai Peninsula in south central Alaska near the town of Seward, the park is home to the Harding Icefield, one of the four major ice caps in the United States. The Icefield, which covers more than half of the national park's more than, has carved long, steep-sided water valleys, called "fjords", forming the perfect habitat and aquatic environment for a wide array of marine wildlife. These plankton-rich waters are natural feeding grounds for whales on their long migrations north and south. Above sea level, the chiseled fjords reach toward the sky, home to millions of migratory birds.

The Harding Icefield and other topographic relics found in the park date back to the last ice age. The Kenai Fjords area is one of constant change and activity. The rugged coastline is constantly changed, on geologic timescales, by the collision of the Pacific and North American tectonic plates. These forces deepen the fjords, lower the Kenai Mountain Range, and create spectacular landscapes. Global climate change, accelerating the melting rate of many glaciers, is having a relatively rapid impact on the landscape of the Kenai Fjords National Park.

Flora and fauna
Visitors can expect to see a wide variety of seabirds such as cormorants and puffins. There are also many marine mammals. Harbor seals and sea otters are frequently seen, there are islands which serve as haul-out spots for sea lions, and sightings of orca and humpback whales are common in the summer months. The cliffs around the fjords are home to mountain goats as well as terrestrial birds, including a sizable population of bald eagles.

Forests in the park are comprised mainly of spruce and hemlock trees. There is a wide variety of marine plant life as well.

Climate
Overcast and cool days are frequent in this maritime climate of abundant rain. Summer daytime temperatures range from the mid-40s to low 70s (F). The wet, stormy fall begins in September. Wool or synthetic clothing and sturdy rain gear - pants, coat and hat - are essential.

Visitor information

 * Park website

Get in
Access to the park is almost entirely through the town of Seward. Seward's airport is a single short runway, so there are no regularly scheduled flights. Most visitors arrive either by road or train from Anchorage, or on cruise ships.

Fees and permits
All boats offering tours must be approved by the park service. All entry fees will be covered by your tour ticket price. Expect to pay at least $100 per person.

Permits for public use cabins must be purchased in advance from park office at the Seward harbor. Cabin users are responsible for their own transportation to and from the cabin. Attempting to reach the remote cabins by kayak or other unpowered boats is not recommended.

Get around
With the exception of the road to the Harding Icefield Trail, there are no roads in the park. Most visitors take a tour by boat or kayak. There are numerous tour operators on the Seward waterfront. Tours are generally 4-6 hours and include a stop at a tidewater glacier, sea lion haul outs, seabirds rookeries, and lunch. Tours will vary their routes to maximize the visitors wildlife and glacier viewing opportunities. Tours may be cancelled or limited to a short trip inside Resurrection Bay if there is inclement weather at sea. There are also water taxis which can transport visitors to specific areas such as public-use cabins. Whichever method of access you use, be prepared for cold winds, even if it is warm in Seward. The icefield and its glaciers can generate very strong, very cold winds at any time.

See

Stay safe
Organized marine tours are the safest way to enjoy the park. If you intend to use your own boat or venture into the backcountry, do not depend on mobile phone service as a way to communicate if you do get into trouble. Satellite phones and/or GPS emergency locator beacons should be used by all parties. Flare guns are also recommended as a way to alert rescuers of your exact location.

The waters in the park are extremely cold and can kill an adult human in a matter of minutes, especially the waters in the glacial fjords, which have sea ice in them year-round. If you are kayaking in the park, never travel alone, always be sure to file a plan with the park office, and be prepared for weather to force you to stay longer than intended. Winds and tides in the park can be fierce and unpredictable, only those very experienced at sea kayaking and wilderness survival should attempt any sort of float trip in the park.

Never closely approach or climb onto an iceberg. They can be extremely unstable and can roll or flip without warning. The glaciers and icefield should only be entered by persons properly trained and outfitted.

Never approach wild animals. There are black bears in some areas of the park who will defend their territory against interlopers. Be bear aware at all times on land, especially in the deep forest or near streams. Closely approaching any marine mammal is both prohibited and dangerous. Sea lions are known to become extremely aggressive if they feel a human is encroaching on their personal space. Adult males can weigh over 800 lb and can move extremely fast in water. Whales breaching or other whale behaviors can generate waves that can tip small boats. While everyone enjoys seeing these spectacular animals, always leave a respectful safety buffer between you and them.

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Kenai Peninsula

The Kenai Peninsula is south of Anchorage, surrounded by the Cook Inlet to the west and Prince William Sound to the east. It is one of the most visited tourist regions in Alaska, especially popular with anglers lured by its excellent salmon and halibut fishing.

Many of the communities of the peninsula were severely affected by the 1964 earthquake.

Cities

 * -- Westernmost highway point in North America. The mouth of the famous Anchor River is here.
 * -- Known for its halibut fishing and for the Homer Spit, a four mile long sand bar jutting into Kachemak Bay
 * -- Tiny (pop. 200 or so) town on Turnagain Arm.
 * -- The largest town on the peninsula, 2003 population 7166.
 * -- Home of a lovely Russian Orthodox Church and excellent clamdigging.
 * -- Unincorporated small town north of Kenai, oil and fishing resources.
 * -- Small town across Kachemak Bay from Homer.
 * -- On Resurrection Bay, home of the Alaska SeaLife Center.
 * -- King Salmon Capitol of the World
 * - link between south central Alaska and Prince William Sound, with a population that lives almost entirely in one large building
 * - link between south central Alaska and Prince William Sound, with a population that lives almost entirely in one large building

Get in
The Kenai Peninsula can be reached by car by taking the Seward Highway roughly 40 miles south from Anchorage. Sterling Highway branches west towards Kenai, Seldovia, Ninilchik, and ultimately Homer. These are the only two major roads on the peninsula. If you are heading towards the central peninsula, Skilak Lake Road is a nice, if rugged, alternate route between Cooper Landing and Sterling through the untamed land of the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge. This unpaved road may be very rough after heavy rains.

The road system is generally good and four-wheel drive is not needed in the summer. Be aware that large portions of the road system pass through National Forest or Wildlife Refuge lands, resulting in long stretches with no fuel or other services. Be sure to fill your gas tank before passing Girdwood when heading south out of Anchorage. Mobile phones may not work in some of the more isolated areas.

ERA Aviation and Grant Air offer flights from Anchorage to Kenai or Homer.

It is also possible to take the ferries of the Alaska Marine Highway to and from Homer, Seldovia, and Seward.

Get around
Seward Highway - this 127-mile road, linking Anchorage with Seward, passes through some of the most spectacular scenery in the country. Seward Highway ties Alaska's metropolitan center, Anchorage, with the port of Seward on Resurrection Bay. From Anchorage to the ghost town of Portage the highway borders Turnagain Arm and Chugach State Park. From Portage to Seward, it carries visitors through the Chugach National Forest, traveling over Turnagin Pass through the Chugach Mountains. The diversity of landscape and wildlife found along the route is the hallmark of the highway corridor. The Highway has been recognized for its natural beauty as a designated All-American Road.

Stay safe
Both Cook Inlet and Turnagain Arm exhibit extreme tides. The only place in the world with a wider tidal range is the Bay of Fundy. Because of the swift tidal currents and the very soft clay of the tidal flats, it can be extremely dangerous to walk or drive on the tidal flats.

Both salt and fresh water in Alaska tend to be extremely cold year-round. Swimming in the ocean is not recommended, be aware that many lakes are fed by glaciers and can also be extremely cold, even if warm in shallows near the shore. If you plan to do stream fishing wear warm clothes and waders.

Brown bears, black bears, and moose are quite common on the peninsula. All of them can be aggressive towards humans if surprised, provoked, or fed. Mothers with their young are the most volatile. Be aware of the possibility of encountering these animals anywhere on the Kenai, even in the middle of a city. Moose are a major hazard on the peninsula's roadways, especially in winter. If you are traveling with a dog, be aware of the possibility of porcupines as well. In rare cases, bald eagles have been known to take small dogs and cats.

Go next

 * Interior Alaska
 * Southeastern Alaska

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Kendal

There is more than one place called Kendal:

Europe

 * Kendal (England) - A town in England.

Asia

 * Kendal (Indonesia) - A town in Central Java.

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Kendal (England)

Kendal, in Cumbria, is a market town of 29,000 inhabitants (2012). It describes itself as "The Gateway to the Lakes". Kendal is a picturesque, moderate sized town with plenty of shopping and surprisingly little tourist activity.

By bus
National Express runs buses to Kendal; Stagecoach's 555 (or X55) service links Lancaster and Kendal with Keswick.

By train
is one stop (3 km) beyond Oxenholme on the branch line to Windermere. Trains run hourly until 9:45PM weekdays, 8:45PM weekends.

By car
Kendal is easily accessible via the M6 motorway (Junction 36 from the south or 37 from the north)

Get around
Kendal is smallish and interesting enough to be a pleasure to stroll through.

See

 * The River Kent flows through Kendal.

Museums
Kendal has a number of museums, the most notable of which are Abbot Hall Art Museum and the Quaker Tapestry Museum

Buy

 * Kendal has a multitude of small boutiques and shops that could probably take up at least half a day of browsing.

Eat
Kendal has produced a local delicacy called the Kendal Mint Cake. It was created in 1936 and was used as an energy bar on the 1953 expedition that climbed Everest for the first time.

Connect
Kendal and its approach roads have 4G from all UK carriers. As of May 2022, 5G has not reached this area.

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Kendari

Kendari is the provincial capital of Southeast Sulawesi in Indonesia.

Go next

 * Wakatobi Islands / Wangi-Wangi - One of the world's best dive sites, about 200 km south-east of Kendari. Take either a flight from Kendari to Wangi-Wangi, or take a ferry from the Wanci port in Kendari.
 * Makassar - Formerly called Ujung Pandang, the capital of South Sulawesi province.

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Kendrapara

Kendrapara is in Coastal Odisha (formerly Orissa) in India.

By Air
The nearest airport is in Bhubaneswar. It is 95 km from kendrapara. Bhubaneswar is connected to most of the metro cities of India by Air.

By Train
The nearest railway statation is Cuttack. Cuttack is well connected with all the metro cities of India.

By Taxi/car
You can reach Kendrapara from Cuttack which is 55 km from Kendrapara. There is another way via Chandikhol, which is connected through NH No 5 and 5A, so this road is good.

See
There are lots of beautiful places you can see and enjoy including Bhitarkanika Wildlife sanctuary, Sri Baladevjew Temple and Hukitola.

 * Bhitarakanika: Just 35 km from city centre, this is the 2nd largest wild life sanctuary of saltwater crocodiles. You can reach there by taxi or bus from Kendrapara town, also you can easily reach there from the other end of Bhadrak. There you can hire a boat to go inside to see the lot of big crocodiles. Also you can find some other rare wild animals.
 * Hukitola: It is just 18 km from the city centre. Here you can find an excellent natural beauty. You need to hire a boat to go to the small island. There you find an old historic building built by British people to help navigate ships in the sea. The boat ride of 9 km from the place called Jambu through small river is enjoyable. You can see the river meeting point in the sea and the beautiful tide. The jungle on both sides of the river is full of cashew nut trees. One can find a lot of fish, crabs and other seafood items in this small town.
 * Sri Baladevjew Temple: It is 5 km from the city centre, reachable by taxi or by Auto. A beautiful place of worship for Hindu people. There you can find a beautiful temple of Load which is from the 16th century, and other small temples nearby. A lot of people gather here for big Hindu festivals like Rathayata, Kartika Purnima and the Hindu New Year.

Eat
You can find restaurants on every road. The local food is very cheap. You can find good local food with north Indian taste with ₹50. There are also a lot of good restaurants where you can have a variety of vegetarian, North Indian and South Indian foods.

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Kendubillo

Kendubillo, also known as Jaydev Kenduli, is a temple town in central region of West Bengal. It is believed to be the birthplace of Jayadeva, 12th century Sanskrit poet, and has an old temple. Jayadeva is famous for lyrical composition Gitagovinda. A fair is held during Makara Sankranti (mid January). It is located on the bank of the Ajay River.

Understand
According to legend, Jayadeva could not bathe in the river Ganges during Makar Sankranti and became very sad and disappointed. He dreamt that Goddess Ganges would change her course and flow by the side of his residence. He would find a lotus in the high tide and that would signify the flow of river Ganges. Next day, Jayadeva saw a lotus floating on the river on the nearest ghat (the bathing place). Since then Kenduli became a popular place for annual fair, named after the poet.

Certain places in the neighbouring state of Odisha also lay claim as the birthplace of the poet Jayadeva.

Get in

 * The nearest railway stations are at Durgapur (on the Howrah-Delhi track) and Dubrajpur on the Andal-Sainthia line.
 * It is located 7km off the Dubrajpur-Ilambazar Road. Ilambazar is on the Panagarh-Santiniketan highway. There also is a road from Shibpur Mor (Near Durgapur) with a fair weather bridge across the Ajay River.
 * Ideally one can hire a car/taxi at Durgapur (30 km one way), Santiniketan or Bolpur (30 km one way) to visit this place.

Get around
Walk or have you transport from nearby towns.

See

 * Temple with exquisite carvings. The temple named Radha Vinod temple was set up by Burdwan royal family in the year 1683. This is a navaratna temple with excellent terracotta artifact on its wall

Do

 * Makar Sankranti mela (mid January) is one of the major rural fairs in Central Bengal. It is famous for the participation of 'bauls' (itinerant singers) from different places.

Buy
There is a lot to buy in the fair, otherwise nothing.

Eat
Normally only tea and snacks are available but during the fair, many food stalls are set up.

Drink
Hard drinks are not available.

Sleep
No hotels. During the fair, villagers rent out rooms.

Go next

 * Santiniketan
 * Nanoor
 * Labhpur
 * Durgapur

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Kendwa

Kendwa is a village in the north of Zanzibar, about 3 km south from Nungwi.

Understand
Kendwa is famous for its beach with fine white sand or ground shells. The water is turquoise blue, the sunsets spectacular and the local boat activity picturesque. The village exists mainly for tourism purposes, the beach bungalow hotels face the sea and there's a connecting back road, with a few local houses.

Get in
Kendwa is about 1½ km west off the main road to Nungwi. The connecting unpaved road from the main route was re-graded in 2007 but is already in bad condition again.

By bus
From the main bus station in Stone Town you can get on a daladala headed to Nungwi for about TSh2,000 per person. Ask the driver to let you get off at the Kendwa junction, from there it's another 1½ km west. There’s not much shade and this can be a tough hike in summer. You can also continue with the bus till Nungwi and catch a taxi from there to Kendwa for about TSh10,000.

By taxi
A taxi or private car from Stone Town will set you back at least TSh70,000 (this is doing well though - $40+ is more common) and the trip takes about 1½ hours. Expect to pay more than this if coming from another beach.

By shuttle
This collects you from your accommodation and drops you wherever you like in Kendwa. From Stone Town the journey takes 1½ hours and costs US$10 p/p and from the South East coast it takes around 2 hours and costs US$12 p/p. You need to book tickets online from here: The Zanzibus

By boat
You can also take a private boat to/from Nungwi (from TSh20,000, 10 minutes).

By foot
Coming from Nungwi, it’s an easy walk (about 3 km, 30 minutes) along the beach during low tide. Due to a rocky coast the route becomes impassible with higher tides. The only option at high tide is using the back roads, which are unpleasant to walk due to heat and traffic.

There is only a few meters difference here between high and low tides so swimming is possible any time of day. There may be some cloud and wind and quick rainshowers in June/July but the sun is usually out and the weather very pleasant.

One could perhaps walk to Nungwi at low tide and take the sunset cruise from there and ask to be dropped off at Kendwa or take a bus back to the Kendwa junction (TSh300 per person) and walk from there.

Eat
Meals are US$5-12 at the various restaurants on the beach. Although some of the restaurants have smaller portions, the food is delicious and mostly cooked well. Seafood dishes are recommended over beef or chicken.

 * At the Taj Mahal restaurant of the Amaan Kendwa hotel a whole fish per person (red snapper) is grilled to perfection.
 * The restaurant at Kendwa Breezes has excellent Prawns Pili Pili and Lobster Thermidor.

Sleep
Kendwa has limited accommodation and prices are still on the rise. During high season (July & August, December & January) reservations are recommended. Particularly around New Years Eve, the Kendwa hotels can be fully booked as far in advance as the preceding July. If you don't find a place here, consider staying in Nungwi which is not too far away.

Budget

 * There’s also a guesthouse off the beach at the backroad, which might be worth trying.
 * There’s also a guesthouse off the beach at the backroad, which might be worth trying.
 * There’s also a guesthouse off the beach at the backroad, which might be worth trying.

Uncategorized

 * La Rosa Dei Venti +255 777 411 314
 * Malaika Bungalows +255 777 856 167

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Kengtung

Kengtung (Cheingtung, Chiang Tung, Kengtong, Kyaingtong) is a town in Shan State, Eastern Myanmar.

Understand
Isolated from the rest of Myanmar, Kengtung is a hotspot of cultural diversity. Close to the Thai and Chinese borders, Kengtung has been at a crossroads in terms of Southeast Asian trade for a very long time.

Being in the heart of the opium-growing Golden Triangle, Kengtung used to be off-limits for foreigners. The ceasefire between the rebels and government has opened up the town and valley to the rest of world.

Get in
The only way to get to Kengtung from Myanmar's major cities is by flying. However, it is accessible by road from the Thai border.

By bus or taxi
The best way is by bus from Tachilek (350 Thai baht), or shared taxi from Tachilek (450 baht/person, 4 people).

By plane
There are direct flights from three of Myanmar's cities: Yangon, Mandalay and Heho. The airlines that fly these routes are Myanmar National Airlines and Mann Yadanarpon Airlines.

Get around
The town itself is walkable. Motortaxis are 500 kyat.

See
Hill-tribe trekking can be arranged through your guesthouse or through an independent guide. When trekking, don't give children sweets, unless you are prepared to provide toothbrushes as well.

Eat
Shan khow soi-shan noodle soup is the staple of the region. Otherwise, try some local Burmese curry restaurants.

Drink
Rice whisky is cheap and potent. A Chinese beer costs around 800 kyat.

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Kenilworth

Kenilworth is an attractive historical town in the English county of Warwickshire. Beginning as a settlement nestled in the Forest of Arden, Kenilworth grew up around the now-ruined castle that is a striking centrepiece to the town, notable for being the seat of power of revolutionary baron Simon de Montfort.

By car
Exit A46 between Warwick and Coventry onto A452 north into town. A452 continues north towards Birmingham, and south to Leamington Spa.

By bus
Stagecoach buses connect Kenilworth to Coventry, Warwick, Warwick University, Leamington Spa, and the British Motor Museum at Gaydon. Change in Coventry for further afield.

Connect
As of May 2024, Kenilworth and its approach roads have 4G from all UK carriers. 5G has not yet reached town.

Go next
Map of places with Wikivoyage articles nearby

Take the bus to Warwick and visit Warwick Castle or to the spa town of Leamington

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Kenmare

Kenmare is a village in County Kerry in southwest Ireland. It's at the head of Kenmare Bay: north of the bay is Iveragh Peninsula, and its coast road is the popular Ring of Kerry tourist route. South is Beara Peninsula, marking the boundary with County Cork. Kenmare's resident population (as of 2022) is 2600, but it has lots of tourist accommodation and other facilities and gets busy in summer.

Kenmare's Irish name is An Neidín, "the little nest". It was laid out as a planned town in 1670 by Sir William Petty, who'd been awarded the land by Cromwell for mapping Ireland. Subsequent landowners promoted tourism, which boomed once the railway reached Killarney in the 1850s. Kenmare also became famous for the lace sewn at its convent.

Understand
The Tourist Information Centre is north side of the main square.

Get in
The closest airport is Kerry, midway between Killarney and Tralee. It has limited flights and you might do better to fly into Dublin, Shannon or Cork.

Bus Éireann 270 runs from Killarney (the nearest railway station) via Glenfesk and Kilgarvan, taking 40 min to Kenmare. There are 3 M-F, 2 Sa Su; one bus M-Sa continues along the coast to Sneem.

In July and Aug, Bus 282 runs a triangle across the hills to Beara Peninsula in County Cork. It runs in the morning from Kenmare to Glengarriff (45 min, for buses to Bantry) and Castletownbere, returning via Ardgroom, Laragh and Dawros back to Kenmare; then the reverse in the afternoon. Sept-June this bus only runs between Kenmare and Ardgroom once a week with no onward connections. By car from Dublin follow M8 to Fermoy then N72 west through Mallow to Killarney then N71 south through the National Park.

Get around
Arriving by car, use the main car park on Railway Rd by Holy Cross Church. There are public toilets here. Avoid the congested Square.

The main taxi operator in the village is Kenmare Coach and Cab +353 87 24 80 800. You could negotiate a tour of the sights.

Bike hire is available from Finnegan's Cycles on Henry St.

See

 * is the colourful centre of Kenmare, lined by pubs and shops along Henry St, Main St and Shelbourne St. Yes, it's a triangle. The TIC is at the north end. There isn't a civic art gallery in the village but lots of little private galleries and art shops.
 * Holy Cross Church (Roman Catholic) just north on Railway Rd was completed in 1864 along with the Poor Clare's Convent adjacent. Here the nuns developed the techniques of needlework that made Kenmare lace famous. You can visit the church but the convent closed and became a school. The Poor Clares continue elsewhere, and you can see the legacy of their craft in the Lace and Design Centre, described below.
 * Kenmare Stone Circle is 300 m west along Market Street. It's a ring of 15 stones around a central boulder, from the Bronze Age 2200-500 BC. River Finnihy is the stream and scenic dell further west.
 * is a village west on N70 with a scenic inlet of the sea. Its name An tSnaidhm means "the knot", the explanation of which depends entirely on which garrulous codger has bent your ear with the tale. Charles de Gaulle holidayed here, and it's the burial place of the fifth Irish President Cearbhall Ó Dálaigh (Carroll O'Daly, 1911 – 1978). There's accommodation and a golf course.
 * is an Iron Age ringfort of circa 300-400 AD. It has sturdy drystone walls and an encircling ditch. It's at the head of a valley and commands great views yet can't be seen from below, no accident surely. Drive up the 4 km access lane from Castlecove, which is narrow but in good repair, to the car park. The site is free to access 24 hours.
 * is an Iron Age ringfort of circa 300-400 AD. It has sturdy drystone walls and an encircling ditch. It's at the head of a valley and commands great views yet can't be seen from below, no accident surely. Drive up the 4 km access lane from Castlecove, which is narrow but in good repair, to the car park. The site is free to access 24 hours.
 * is a village near the south point of Iveragh peninsula. Its sights are a ring fort, Derrynane Beg Ogham Stone, Derrynane House the home of liberation lawyer and politician Daniel O'Connell, and the fragmentary remains of an abbey on a tidal island. Boat trips to the Skelligs sail from Bealtra just west.
 * Waterville and other points further along the peninsula are described as part of Caherciveen.
 * Lauragh is a village along R571 on Beara peninsula, which extends south of Kenmare. Dereen Garden is open daily 10AM-6PM, adult €8 child €3.
 * is the main village on the north side of Beara peninsula and has two stone circles. It's across the boundary into County Cork but easier to reach from the Kerry side, following R571.
 * See Castletownbere for the tip of Beara peninsula, including Dursey Island, which is reached by cable-car.

Do

 * Ring of Kerry is the 214-km circuit of the Iveragh Peninsula, a comfortable day-trip by car or tour bus. Buses tour anti-clockwise so Kenmare comes near the end of their circuit, then they climb N71 over Moll's Gap to return to Killarney. Independent travellers starting from Kenmare are probably better going clockwise, though you'll have to dodge all the oncoming buses somewhere on the road beyond Waterville.
 * Wild Atlantic Way is the coastal route all the way down from Donegal to Kinsale. On Iveragh Peninsula it's one and the same as the Ring of Kerry. South it hugs the coast of Beara Peninsula, eventually reaching Bantry.
 * Carnegie Arts Centre on Shelbourne St is the village performing arts venue, with film, theatre, music and comedy.
 * Horse riding: there are centres at River Valley (within Sheen Falls Hotel) and at Dromquinna 10 km west on N70.
 * Boat trips: Seafari sail from the village jetty, and Star of Kenmare from Dauros southwest along R571.
 * Golf: Kenmare GC lies east side of the village. Blue tees 6086 yards, par 71, visitor round €50.
 * Ring of Kerry GC is 5 km west on N70. Blue tees 6663 yards, par 73, visitor round €110.
 * Golf: Kenmare GC lies east side of the village. Blue tees 6086 yards, par 71, visitor round €50.
 * Ring of Kerry GC is 5 km west on N70. Blue tees 6663 yards, par 73, visitor round €110.
 * Ring of Kerry GC is 5 km west on N70. Blue tees 6663 yards, par 73, visitor round €110.

Buy

 * Supermarkets are northeast edge of the village, with Lidl, Aldi and Murphy's SuperValu.
 * ATMs are outside Bank of Ireland and AIB, both on The Square.
 * Farmers Market is in The Square every Wednesday 10AM-4PM.
 * Farmers Market is in The Square every Wednesday 10AM-4PM.

Eat

 * Lily House does Thai and Chinese food (Tu-Su 4-10PM) and there are lots more cheap eateries and takeaways around The Square.
 * Sneem Black Pudding has protected geographical status. It's square rather than the usual rings, uncased and tray-baked, and made of beef suet, onions, oat flakes, spices and the blood of sundry animals.
 * Lily House does Thai and Chinese food (Tu-Su 4-10PM) and there are lots more cheap eateries and takeaways around The Square.
 * Sneem Black Pudding has protected geographical status. It's square rather than the usual rings, uncased and tray-baked, and made of beef suet, onions, oat flakes, spices and the blood of sundry animals.
 * Lily House does Thai and Chinese food (Tu-Su 4-10PM) and there are lots more cheap eateries and takeaways around The Square.
 * Sneem Black Pudding has protected geographical status. It's square rather than the usual rings, uncased and tray-baked, and made of beef suet, onions, oat flakes, spices and the blood of sundry animals.

Drink

 * The Square is walled by pubs; most do food and several have rooms. Weave your way between Atlantic Bar, O'Connor's, Wander Inn, Foley's, Crowley's, Davitt's, Purple Heather, Flory Batt's, Bistro XVIII, Mulcahy's and Roughty Bar.
 * Top of Coom claims to be Ireland's highest pub. It's in the hills on the Cork-Kerry boundary along a lane to Macroom, and open M-Th 5-10:30PM, F-Su noon-10:30PM.
 * Tom Crean Brewery on Kenmare Main St is named for the Antarctic explorer born in Annascaul on the Dingle Peninsula. They also have B&B.

Sleep

 * No campsite or touring caravan park: the sites around town are for holiday caravans on long lets.
 * B&Bs in village centre also include Bridge St Townhouse, Coachman's and Rose Cottage.
 * B&Bs west on N70 Sneem Road include Happy Pig, Rose Garden, Kenmare House (formerly Annagry House), Gortnamullen House and Druid Cottage.
 * B&Bs south include Whispering Pines before the bridge, then Muxnaw Lodge and Watersedge on the south bank.
 * B&Bs east on R569 include Greenville House, Shelburne Lodge, White House, Abbey Court, Ashfield, Driftwood and Oldchurch House.
 * B&Bs in village centre also include Bridge St Townhouse, Coachman's and Rose Cottage.
 * B&Bs west on N70 Sneem Road include Happy Pig, Rose Garden, Kenmare House (formerly Annagry House), Gortnamullen House and Druid Cottage.
 * B&Bs south include Whispering Pines before the bridge, then Muxnaw Lodge and Watersedge on the south bank.
 * B&Bs east on R569 include Greenville House, Shelburne Lodge, White House, Abbey Court, Ashfield, Driftwood and Oldchurch House.
 * B&Bs south include Whispering Pines before the bridge, then Muxnaw Lodge and Watersedge on the south bank.
 * B&Bs east on R569 include Greenville House, Shelburne Lodge, White House, Abbey Court, Ashfield, Driftwood and Oldchurch House.

Connect
As of May 2021, Kenmare and its approach roads have 5G from Vodafone and 4G from Eir and Three.

Go next

 * Following the Ring of Kerry clockwise takes you west on N70 through Sneem and Caherdaniel to Waterville, Portmagee and Caherciveen.
 * Following it anti-clockwise, N71 climbs Moll's Gap (for Gap of Dunloe) then comes into Killarney through the National Park.
 * South is Beara peninsula, with routes via Ardgroom to Castletownbere or through the N71 tunnel (unsuitable for high vehicles) into Glengarriff and Bantry.
 * East the R569 through Kilgarvan leads onto the N22 to Macroom and Cork.

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Kennebec and Moose River Valleys

River Valley is a region of Maine that encompasses the counties of Kennebec and Somerset.

Cities and towns

 * - An outpost of civilization - the "Switzerland of Maine"
 * - An outpost of civilization - the "Switzerland of Maine"
 * - An outpost of civilization - the "Switzerland of Maine"
 * - An outpost of civilization - the "Switzerland of Maine"
 * - An outpost of civilization - the "Switzerland of Maine"
 * - An outpost of civilization - the "Switzerland of Maine"
 * - An outpost of civilization - the "Switzerland of Maine"
 * - An outpost of civilization - the "Switzerland of Maine"
 * - An outpost of civilization - the "Switzerland of Maine"

Other destinations

 * Jackman-Moose River valley

Understand
The area is heavily forested with large tracts of land owned by timber companies and private landowners.

Talk
Due to the border with Quebec, a large number of people speak French, especially in northern portions of the region.

See

 * Fall foliage: The area's leaves start turning in September, and usually peak around the end of the month, or the beginning of October.  US Route 201 from Solon to Jackman is one of the most scenic routes in the state, and has been featured in places like Yankee magazine.  Route 15 is also impressive, especially around Rockwood/Greenville, where Moosehead Lake and Mt. Kineo make for some astounding vistas.

Do
Outdoor activities rule here.
 * Fishing
 * Hunting
 * Hiking
 * Snowmobiling
 * Canoeing and river rafting
 * Animal and bird watching

Stay safe
Be aware when driving that collisions with moose are frequent in this area.

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Kennebunk

Kennebunk is a town in southern Maine. Kennebunk is home to several beaches, the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge, the 1799 Kennebunk Inn, many historic shipbuilders' homes, the Brick Store Museum and the Nature Conservancy Kennebunk Plains (known locally as the Blueberry Plains), with 1,500 acres (6 km²) of nature trails and blueberry fields.

Understand
General information is available at the Kennebunk Town Hall, 1 Summer Street. Information about upcoming events will often be found at the local library.

It is closely associated with Kennebunkport.

In 2014, it was home to about 11,000 people.

By plane
Portland International Jetport is approximately 30 miles from Kennebunkport.

Manchester International Airport, approximately 75 miles from Kennebunkport.

Boston's Logan International Airport, approximately 90 minutes drive from Kennebunkport.

The region has some smaller regional airports, suitable for small private planes.

By car
Take the Maine Turnpike (I-95) to Exit 25 (Kennebunk)

By train
Amtrak to Boston South Station. Continuing service with Amtrak Downeaster to Wells, Maine.

By bus
Greyhound bus lines service Portsmouth and Portland. From there, you must provide your own transportation.

By rented car
Taxis are available throughout Maine, but appointments must be made by telephone. In the Kennebunkport area, expect to make the appointment at least 2 hours in advance.

Limousines are available in Maine, originating most commonly from Portland.

By foot
Downtown Kennebunk is pedestrian-friendly: sidewalks are spacious, crosswalks are common, and window-shopping is encouraged.

Sidewalks end within a few blocks of the city center, making foot travel difficult between towns. In the wintertime, snow can limit the space on the side of the roads to the point where one must walk in traffic.

By bicycle
There are no dedicated bicycle paths in the area. Bicycles are expected to share the road with cars. Bicycles are expected to share the bridal paths with pedestrians (and sometimes horses).

The speed limits in the area are rarely over 25 miles per hour. Car drivers tend to be conscientious about road-sharing, especially off-season.

Winter snow storms may make bicycle riding difficult from December to March. Ice storms make bicycle riding incredibly dangerous, but such storms are rare.

There is a helmet law in the state of Maine for bicyclists. Those who violate it may be ticketed.

By car
During the primary tourist season (June through August), congestion in Kennebunk can be moderate. It may take five minutes to navigate the length of the town center, a distance of half a mile. Off-season, this ride will take approximately thirty seconds.

Outside of the downtown area, traffic is negligible at any time of year.

For more information on the area beaches, please refer to Kennebunkport.

By motorcycle
Maine is known to be friendly to motorcyclists. Route 9, which runs through downtown Kennebunk, is a common route for motorcycle touring.

By truck
The tight turns in the town center can be difficult for 18-wheelers. Kennebunk maintains noise legislation which prohibits engine breaking.

See
Downtown Kennebunk is the heart of the city. Many of the structures there are colonial of origin. Summer Street has homes that are 19th-century mansions of greatly varying architecture.

Buy
Downtown Kennebunk is approximately two blocks long. It encompasses the majority of the town's commerce. Lower Village contains other necessities of life, such as a pharmacy, post office, and general stores.

Go next
Kennebunk abuts Kennebunkport, Wells (Maine) and Arundel.

To the south (along the coast), Ogunquit and York.

To the north (along the coast), Old Orchard Beach.

To the west (inland) are the lakes of Maine, of which the largest is Sebago

Portland and Portsmouth are the nearest cities, to the north and south respectively.

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Kennebunkport

Kennebunkport is a coastal town in southern Maine. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the state. It is known for its shopping, atmosphere, and for providing access to Maine breaches. The Bush family, including two United States presidents, often visit their compound on nearby Walker's Point.

Understand
The predominant language of the town is English, but due to the large number of visitors from Quebec, some locals will have facility with French.

An information kiosk is open in Dock Square. It provides information free of charge, much of which is based upon the suggestions of the local chamber of commerce.

Information about upcoming events will often be made available at the local libraries: The Kennebunk Free Library and The Louis T. Graves Memorial Library.

By plane
Portland International Jetport is located approximately 45 minutes from Kennebunkport.

Manchester International Airport, located approximately 90 minutes from Kennebunkport.

Boston's Logan International Airport, approximately 90 minutes drive from Kennebunkport.

The region has some smaller regional airports, suitable for receiving small private planes.

By car
Take the Maine Turnpike (I-95). From Exit 16 (Wells), take Route 109 east to Route 1 to Route 9 east. From Exit 25 (Kennebunk), follow Route 35 east.

By train
Amtrak to Boston South Station. Continuing service with Amtrak Downeaster to Wells Maine.

By bus
Greyhound bus lines service Portsmouth and Portland. From there, one must provide one's own transportation.

By rented car
Taxis are available throughout Maine, but appointments must be made by telephone. In the Kennebunkport area, expect to make the appointment at least 2 hours in advance.

Limousines are available in Maine, originating most commonly from Portland.

By boat
Kennebunkport is a busy small harbor. Docking can be purchased for short- and long-term. Many boats are stored on land during the winter months.

By foot
The center of Kennebunkport is designed to accommodate the pedestrian. Sidewalks are spacious, crosswalks are common, and window-shopping is encouraged.

There is little opportunity to move between nearby towns via foot. Sidewalks end just outside the city centers. Roads can be poorly lit at night. In the wintertime, snow can limit the space on the side of the roads to the point where one must walk in traffic.

Pedestrians found walking along the wrong side of the road (the right-hand side, with traffic) may be stopped and corrected by police. They will not be ticketed.

By bicycle
There are no dedicated bicycle paths in the area. Bicycles are expected to share the road with cars. Bicycles are expected to share the bridal paths with pedestrians (and sometimes horses).

The speed limits in the area are rarely over 25 miles per hour. Car drivers tend to be conscientious about road-sharing, especially off-season.

Winter snow storms may make bicycle riding difficult from December to March. Ice storms make bicycle riding incredibly dangerous, but such storms are rare.

There is a helmet law in the state of Maine for bicyclists. Those who violate it may be ticketed.

By car
During the primary tourist season (June through August), congestion in Kennebunkport can be severe. It may take ten minutes to go from one side of downtown Kennebunkport to the other - a length of approximately three hundred meters. Off-season, this trip will take about fifteen seconds.

Outside of the Dock Square area, traffic is negligible at any time of year.

To park alongside one of the local beaches requires a permit. These can be purchased at the Kennebunk or Kennebunkport town halls or police stations. Their numbers are limited. As of 2010, they cost $10 for a day pass.

There are many places to park within a short walking distance of the beach, sometimes directly across the street, such that a permit is not required. Oftentimes these 'spaces' are at the edge of the road. They are of dubious legality, but are tolerated.

Permits are not required between September 15th and June 15th.

Cars are not allowed on the beach between 11PM and 6AM, year round.

By motorcycle
Maine is known to be friendly to motorcyclists. Coastal Route 1, which runs through downtown Kennebunkport, is a common route for motorcycle touring.

Kennebunkport does have noise regulations, but motorcyclists will rarely be stopped due to volume complaints.

By truck
Kennebunkport Bridge cannot support large loads. The tight turns in the town center prohibit the passage of large trucks. Kennebunkport maintains noise legislation which prohibits engine breaking.

See
The primary draw of the region is its beach access. Kennebunkport is home to a number of public or publicly-accessible beaches. These include Kennebunk Beach, Gooch's Beach, Mother's Beach, and Parson's Beach. (All are shared with Kennebunk)

Drink
Alcoholic beverages are not allowed in public. Open containers of alcohol will be confiscated and their owners fined.

Stay safe
During the summertime, cars that exceed the speed limit will be stiffly fined. This is especially true of cars with out-of-state license plates.

Kennebunkport limits the discharge of firearms. Other loud activities will likely be stopped by the police as disturbances of the peace.

Go next
Kennebunkport abuts Kennebunk, Wells and Cape Porpoise.

To the south (along the coast), Ogunquit and York.

To the north (along the coast), Old Orchard Beach.

To the west (inland) are the lakes of Maine, of which the largest is Sebago

Portland and Portsmouth are the nearest cities, to the north and south respectively.

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Kennedy Space Center

Kennedy Space Center (KSC) is a spaceport in Florida, situated west of Cape Canaveral on Merritt Island, and is part of a region known as the "Space Coast", since all of the crewed United States spacecraft are launched from the Space Coast.

Understand
The Kennedy Space Center was formed under Marshall Space Flight Center in December 1959. It was known as Launch Operations Directorate. Due to the expansions necessary for crewed Moon landing missions, on 1 July 1962, Launch Operations Directorate became a separate entity known as Launch Operations Center (LOC). Major buildings of LOC's industrial area were designed by architect Charles Luckman.

The LOC was renamed Kennedy Space Center on 29 November 1963 to honor the President John F. Kennedy, who was assassinated seven days earlier.

Kennedy Space Center hosted several human spaceflight programs. Apollo 11 was launched on 11 July 1969 from KSC to land two men on the Moon. Skylab, the first space station of the United States, was also launched from KSC in 1973, followed by four crewed missions.

Kennedy Space Center was converted for Space Shuttles in 1970s. The first Shuttle launch took place in 1981 from KSC, followed by 132 successful missions, with two great disasters. The last flight of Space Shuttle was debut in 2011 from KSC.

Most components to build the International Space Station, the current habitable artificial satellite, were launched from KSC, starting from 1998. Those components are manufactured from Space Station Processing Facility in KSC.

Until 2017, rocket launches from Kennedy Space Center were exclusively operated by NASA, a government space agency. Since 2017, rocket launches from Kennedy Space Center are exclusively operated by SpaceX, a private company.

Kennedy Space Center should be distinguished with Cape Canaveral Air Force Station (CCAFS), a military installation operated by United States Space Force (USSF), a military agency.

By car

 * Florida 3.svg Courtney Pkwy serves as a main north-south road through Kennedy Space Center complex to SR-A1A/528 in Cape Canaveral near the Cape Canaveral/Cocoa Beach bridge from SR-405 (see below). SR-A1A become SR-528 in Cocoa Beach.
 * Florida 405.svg to Florida 50.svg - State Route (SR) 50 is an east-west road connects Titusville (North Brevard) to Orlando. SR-405 goes across Kennedy Space Center as NASA Pkwy which goes towards SR-50 through Titusville via Kennedy Causeway Bridge from the Kennedy Space Center region.
 * I-95.svg (I-95) - runs north south all the way up the east coast of the USA. In Brevard it is west of most developed areas, but a great uncongested way to get from one end of the county to another, or to access major east-west highways. From I-95 go east on SR-50 to 405 from Exit 215 or SR-528 to A1A from Exit 205 to reach the Kennedy Space Center.
 * US 1.svg (U.S. 1) - again, runs all the way up the east coast of the USA. However, this is a busy city road with lots of stoplights and traffic (however, in between the south, central and north areas of the county it is a convenient drive).

Unlike in some other cities, if you don't have a car, an Uber will be willing to take you, even though it is well outside Orlando. Taxis will not take you though.

By bus
There appears to be no public transportation service to Kennedy Space Center.

However, many companies offer organized bus day tours from the Orlando area to KSC, such as City Sightseeing Orlando or Gray Line Orlando

Do

 * View a rocket launch: NASA keeps a list of Brevard County parks where rocket launches can be viewed. They also provide limited opportunities to view launches through the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.
 * Bus tours of Meritt Island, show you a detailed history of all the local things you see along the way, including the 39A where Apollo 11 launched.

Buy
Kennedy Space Center's gift shop, is a treasure trove of astronaut autographs.

Drink
There are no bars or pubs on Merritt Island. The nearest may be found at Titusville.

Go next
Kennedy Space Center is one of a number of preserved and protected areas surrounding Cape Canaveral. Immediately to the east is Cape Canaveral and to the north is the Canaveral National Seashore. The protected areas are used as a buffer zone during rocket launches.

 * Baikonur - The Russian equivalent launch site.
 * Space - KSC is a gateway to low Earth orbit and beyond, although extremely expensive.
 * Moon - People traveled to the Moon from this launch site, although it is discontinued since 1972, with some plans to revive it in 2020s.

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Kennemerland

Kennemerland is a region in North-Holland. Many foreign travelers make a day-trip to the historic cities of Haarlem and Alkmaar, while the locals come here for it's nature, dunes and seaside resorts.

Cities

 * — largest multi-ethnic Bazaar of Europe
 * — affluent town with a calm family-friendly beach
 * — known for the large branch of Tata Steel Europe, also close to the Zuid-Kennemerland National Park
 * — historic town, easy day-trip from Amsterdam
 * — off-the-beaten-path destination with some medieval structures
 * — small town with plenty of monuments and forests
 * — picturesque village and five windmills in the polder landscape surrounding it
 * — major beach resort bordered by coastal dunes

Other destinations

 * Seaside village
 * Waterleidingduinen
 * Waterleidingduinen

Get in
Haarlem Station provides the most train and bus connections to get into and around the area.

Get around
Train travel between towns is much more convenient than local buses. Almost all local buses in the area are served by Connexxion. Arriva and Overal operate a route each to neighboring regions.

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Kenner

Kenner is a suburb of New Orleans, Louisiana, located on the east bank of Jefferson Parish, approximately 10 miles west of the city. It is the location of New Orleans International Airport. René-Robert Cavelier landed on this stretch of the north shore of the Mississippi River in 1682.

Get in
Louis Armstrong International Airport (New Orleans),.

Get around
The main route in and out is Interstate 10. Williams Boulevard runs from the Mississippi River to the Lakefront. Veterans Highway in the north part of the city is a major commercial avenue, connecting to Metairie just to the east.

See

 * Rivertown, old section of town with museums and attractions along Williams Boulevard at the Mississippi River front.
 * Kenner Planetarium and MegaDome Cinema, 2020 4th St. Varied astronomy and laser light shows in a 50 ft domed theater. Sa 11AM-3PM.
 * Laketown, on the other side of Kenner where Williams Boulevard runs into Lake Pontchartrain. This place features a jogging trail and piers, but what probably stands out most of all are the unimpeded views of Lake Pontchartrain.

Sleep
There are a number of hotels near the Airport and on Veterans Highway.

Connect
Telephone area code is 504, same as New Orleans.

Go next

 * Metairie is just to the east of Kenner.
 * New Orleans, Louisiana's largest city and foremost visitor attraction, is a dozen miles to the east on the other side of Metairie.
 * Covington and the Lake Pontchartrain North Shore are less than an hour's drive across the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway.
 * Baton Rouge, the state Capital, is some 90 minutes drive north-west on Interstate-10

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Kennesaw

Kennesaw is a city in Metro Atlanta.

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Kennett Square

Kennett Square is a small, suburban town in Chester County, Pennsylvania, approximately 50 miles west of Philadelphia. It is home to about 6,200 people (2019) and is known for its mushroom production.

Get in
The most common means of transportation is by car. There is also the option of walking if it is a short distance, since the town is so small. For longer distances, there is the SEPTA Paoli/Thorndale Regional Rail Line that runs through Downingtown and Exton to Philadelphia, and also the Philadelphia International Airport.

Get around
Walking is the best way to get around the town center. A bike is a nice way to explore, as well, but to get much further a car will be needed.

Uber and other driving services are available if you are willing to wait a couple of minutes.

See

 * Tour of Historic Houses
 * Va La Vineyard
 * Longwood Gardens
 * Mushroom Festival
 * Kennett Amateur Theater Society (KATS)
 * Kennett Amateur Theater Society (KATS)

Parks

 * New Garden Park
 * New Garden Park

Do
Golf
 * Inniscrone: This Golf Club allows access to non-members. Non-members must pay a fee for a pass to play on the course. 1 Clubhouse Drive Avondale.
 * Loch Nairn: This Golf Club also allows entrance with a fee to non-members. 541 McCue Road Avondale.
 * Moccasin Run: This Golf Club similarly allows entrance to non-members for a fee, and if popular amongst local and regional golfers. 402 Schoff Rd, Atglen.

Horseback riding
 * Gateway Stables: riding trails, a lesson program for all ages in both English and Western disciplines, a holiday and summer camps program, family rides, pony rides and parties, educational horse clinics, and seasonal special events. 949 Merrybell Lane.

Fitness
 * YMCA: 636 South Walnut Street.
 * KSQ CrossFit: 529 Rosedale Rd.

Festivals and events
 * Farmer's Market: Outdoor market is open every Friday afternoon during the growing season from May to October. The market features locally grown fruits and vegetables, flowers, plants, home-made cheese, European breads, and Amish baked goods. Hours 2-6PM
 * First Friday Art Stroll: held the first Friday of every month. The downtown art galleries and unique gift shops stay open late and offer refreshments. Hours 6-9PM, April-December.
 * Springfestinthepark: a small carnival held in Anson B. Nixon Park. Features homemade food, a talent show, live music, and activities for the family.
 * Memorial Day Parade - last weekend in May
 * Cinco De Mayo Festival (May 5): Kennett Square celebrates Cinco de Mayo, which is organized by Casa Guanajuato, and other local companies to celebrate the large Hispanic population in the town.
 * Annual Kennett Run: In May, the famous Kennett Run occurs that ends at the Park pavilion. It begins at the Kennett Inn, and trails up route 82, through neighborhoods, and end in Anson B. Nixon park, where there is a party for all the participants.
 * Movies and Concerts in the Park: During the summer season, Anson B. Nixon Park hosts movies projected in the park for free on Fridays and concerts of local bands on Wednesdays.
 * Chadds Ford Day: Once a week in summer, at the Brandywine Battlefield visitors center, there are re-enactments held based on the Battle of Brandywine during Revolutionary War. Inside the houses are historical exhibits of uniforms, weapons and artifacts found on the battleground.
 * Mushroom Festival: an annual celebration on State Street during mid-September. It lasts two days (Saturday-Sunday) and is in proud honor of the title "mushroom capital of the world". There is live music, any food containing mushrooms, games, kids activities and art. There is a small admissions fee of $2. The festival has been highlighted on Food TV.
 * Microbrew Festival: This event draws over 40 breweries in autumn to promote their products and often is sold out.
 * Halloween Parade
 * Christmas Parade/Annual Tree Lighting: a big annual event held in mid-December that celebrates the holiday season. There is a parade during the day and a gathering on state street all day with activities, food, and free hot chocolate. At 10PM there is the tree lighting, where the town Christmas tree is lit up until New Year's.

For teens
 * YMCA Youth Dance: One Saturday a month, the local YMCA hosts a dance for kids between sixth and eighth grade.
 * The Garage, 115 S Union St, a youth center that hosts local bands for the adolescents on weekends.

Buy

 * Shops on State Street: The main street of Kennett Square consists of many small, individually owned art shops, gift shops, and clothing/accessory shops. A list of all the shops and their links can be found at
 * Exton Mall: A small, two-story mall that includes popular stores and department stores. 260 Exton Square Parkway Exton (off Route 30-Business and Route 100. Mall hours are M-Sa 10AM-9PM, Su 11AM-6PM
 * Longwood Crossing: This shopping center includes T.J. Maxx, Famous Footwear, Equinox, and other small shops. Route 1 (East Baltimore Pike) in Kennett Square.
 * The Shoppes at Brinton Lake

Budget
Diner/cafe
 * Fran Keller's: This is a mainly breakfast diner that is very family oriented. State Street in the center of town.
 * Magnolia Deli: 207 Magnolia Street.
 * Sam's Sub Shop: One of Kennett's oldest and well-known sub shops. State Street in the center of town.
 * Country Butcher: This small cafe is a cafe, deli, and butcher shop. 145 South Walnut Street.
 * The Terrance: This is a nice cafe in the heart of Longwood Gardens.
 * Capriotti's: a sub shop at 345 Scarlet Road.
 * Sinclair's Sunrise Cafe and Tea Room: in the heart of historic Kennett Square at 127 East State Street.

Mid-range
American
 * Newton's on State Street: on State Street in the center of town.
 * Manny Hattan's: in the Logwood Crossing shopping center on East Baltimore Pike.
 * Longwood Family Inn: Route 1 past the shopping centers, near Longwood Gardens.
 * Grain: On State Street in the center of town.

Italian
 * Giordano's: This local-family owned restaurant is a great place to get real Italian food. On East Baltimore Pike, just outside of the borough.
 * Portabello's: On State Street in the center of town.

Hispanic
 * Taqueria Moroleon: a real Mexican food restaurant at 9173 Gap Newport Pike, Avondale.
 * El Ranchero: 305 West State Street.
 * La Michoacana Homemade Ice Cream. This small ice-cream shop is locally owned by a Kennett family that produces and sells their own homemade ice cream, ranging in flavors from chocolate to corn. On State Street in the center of town. They also have a small grill just a walk away.

Chinese
 * China Garden, 826 East Baltimore Pike.
 * China One, 350 Scarlet Road.

Pizzeria
 * Gran Sasso: A small restaurant where you can eat in or take out. 473 East South Street.
 * Kennett Pizza and Pasta: On West State Street.
 * Pat's Pizzeria: In the Giant shopping center.

Other

 * Philter: Coffee shop/cafe in center of town.

Splurge

 * The Kennett Inn: On State Street in the center of town.
 * Lily Asian Cuisine: Sushi and Asian restaurant in center of town.

Drink

 * Giordano's Sports Bar: bar with big-screen TVs. 21 and older.
 * Italian American Club, 30 Ways Lane.
 * The Kennett Flash, 102 Sycamore Alley: Open Mic Night on Fridays; concerts on Saturdays and Sundays, local bands.
 * Newton's: Quizo on Tuesday nights, a trivia game.

Sleep
Bed & Breakfast
 * Bancroft Manor: On a very quiet and convenient location, all bedroom have individual air conditioning units, hot water radiator heat, TVs (and video player available upon request), antique period furniture throughout the entire house, off-street parking available, complimentary refreshments and snacks and complimentary breakfast every morning. 318 Marshall Street
 * CornerStone: This B&B is a historic house that has been converted into a lodging facility. Each of the nine guest rooms is furnished with an antique bed, has a private bath, cable TV and wing chairs for sitting. Third floor rooms also include a window seat, gas fireplace and Jacuzzi. In summer there's air conditioning. 300 Buttonwood Road Landenberg.
 * Kennett House: This historic B&B features beautiful chestnut and rosewood woodwork, antique furnishings, and oriental rugs. A few minutes from town. The Kennett House is also a few minutes from Longwood Gardens, Winterthur Museum, Brandywine River Museum, Hagley Museum, and Nemours Mansion and Gardens. 503 West State Street.
 * Stebbins-Swayne: 221 S. Union Street in the heart of town.

Hotels and inns

 * Sunrise Suites: 214 N. Union Street. Connected to the Sunrise Cafe and Tea Room.
 * Hilton Garden Inn: 815 East Baltimore Pike, +1 610-444-9100.
 * Fairfield Inn & Suites: 719 East Baltimore Pike, +1 610-444-8995.
 * The Motel at Kennett Steak and Mushroom: South Broad Street & Birch St.

Cottages, condos, and vacation rentals
 * Cottage at Fox Quarry: 640 North Walnut Road.
 * Tree Top Suites: 112 W. State Street.

title: Kennett Square