Snow capped and shrouded by clouds, the local Chagga people called it 'Kilema Kyaro' meaning 'that which makes a journey impossible.
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Snow capped and shrouded by clouds, the local Chagga people called it 'Kilema Kyaro' meaning 'that which makes a journey impossible.
Added: Oct 23, 2009
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