Erosion turns Hell's Kitchen into a marvel of light, colour

Marafa depression

The Marafa depression in Kenya’s Kilifi County, also known as Hell’s Kitchen. PHOTO | KEVIN ODIT



The Marafa depression in Kenya’s Kilifi County, popularly known as Hell’s Kitchen, is a series of sun-baked gorges and tall chimney-like structures, some rising up to 30 metres high, perfectly formed by water and wind erosion over decades.

Located about 30km from the tourist haven of Malindi at the North Coast, Hell’s Kitchen attracts hikers and wonder seekers who walk its width and breadth in awe.