Mbarua Depression

Kenya / Eastern / Meru /
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A Depression dipping at least 200m below surrounding area and 3 kilometers wide and 4km lengthwise. The depression is deep enough to reach the water table. I describe this as a depression because to get out you have to scale 45〫slope but once at the top the is no ascent on the opposite side but relatively flat area. According to folklore this swampy area has provided fresh greens for man and cattle for centuries including the harsh dry seasons common in this area.
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Coordinates:   0°8'25"N   37°47'3"E
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