archaeological engaruka

The view from a hill we hiked. From here you can see all of Engaruka.


Onesmo led the hike and gave us a history and culture lesson along the way. (He also carried my water, haha!)


At a boma


The remnants of an old home


Remnants of an old canal wall, used to channel water for irrigation and survival

What I haven't shared with you all about Engaruka is its historical significance. The ruins of the old city of Engaruka still exist and are considered one of the best archaeological sites in Tanzania. Evidence of old irrigation canals and rock homes are easily spotted, as well as tombs from war. The Maasai were not the first to settle the land but gained it after war(s).