Kilgoris

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Kilgoris is a town in the Rift Valley Province, Kenya. It is the capital of the Trans Mara District. The town has a population of 4500 (1999 census) [1] .

Masai are the prominent tribe in the area, though it is located near area inhabitated by the Gusii people. There has been some ethnic clashes between the tribes (e.g. cattle raiding). The town is located near the popular Masai Mara National Park, but only few tourists visit the town.

Double 800 metres world champion Billy Konchellah is from Kilgoris.

Coordinates: 1°00′S 34°53′E