Iteso people around Mount Elgon- Teso originates from the Karamajong in Uganda, though they are not direct descendants of the Karamajong but they have a same cultural ties and linguistic of Karamojongo region. They are influenced by their neighbor cultures including the Luo. The Teso’s closest Kenyan relations are the Pokot. A Kalenjin tribe found in the Western Laikipia and the north of the Cherangani Hills.

By the way, only cultural links of the Teso separate the Pokot from the other affiliates of the Kalenjin collective. The main important variation though is between the Pokot and the Teso. The Pokot have long had two dissimilar tribal units, one cattle herding nomads and the other sedentary agriculturalists. The Teso are initially agriculturalists who lately acquired cattle.

Teso culture is run under a system of age politics. In Teso, you have to respect elders and it is a tradition. The power base for the kingdom is based on the age. The initiation is not done through circumcision rites however it is done through the animal sacrifices and a big feasting is done and energetic young men are separated into age sets as they come to manhood. The Teso people have a belief of the divining power and the power of prophecy. The traditional diviners prophesy about what is going to happen in the future and the signs that will occur when the things are going to happen. The repetition is also done through the traditional beliefs of the northern Kenya tribes which comprise of samburu, pokot and Borana.

Elgon is found directly on the Kenya-Uganda border, a line of irrelevant and fresh importance in the cultural history of the region. Both the Teso and the Saboat have many bonds and cultural ties to Ugandan eastern tribes which include a tribe of close relations also known as the Teso.

Iteso people are physically similar to Maasai people of Kenya, but they are different.  These were of the 4 very small tribes known as  the Kony, Pok, Sapei, and the Bungomek. These tribes are known as the Saboat, and they are also part of the Kalenjin collective.

Attractions found in Teso region

Nyero Rocks

Nyero is such a unique place that has got amazing rock art which truly explains the history of the Teso people. It has preserved the rock paintings for a while and it is recommended for researchers and a good tourist attraction place.

In 1945 C.A. E Harwich discovered these rock paintings. Nyero is known as the first rock art site to be considered and described about in Uganda. The rocks are made of granite that does not exceed 40m high.  The area has almost 4 rock sites but it has got two main ones and Nyero 1 is smaller and it is almost 2m whereas Nyero 2 is bigger with almost 16m overhang. You will find the most rock paintings in Nyero 2.

When you finish your trip in the eastern side where the Teso are found you can also plan to visit the western side where you will have a chance to do gorilla trekking which is in Bwindi impenetrable national park. You will also go to Murchison falls national park and you will do a boat cruise at Nile River. You will also be able to see water wildlife animals such as crocodiles, hippos and many more animals.

Sipi falls

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Mount Elgon national park

With the Elgon mountain being the dominant attraction of this part, you ought to include it on your safari itinerary. Located in the outskirts of Mbale town, Mountain Elgon has the largest caldera at its summit that will take you by surprise and make you think that the promise3d land is found in Lumasaba land at Kenya-Uganda border.  You can do hiking, nature walks and extra.

Kachumbala rock

Kachumbala rock is located in the Teso sub-region in the eastern part of the country (Uganda). It is in Kachumbala County in Bukedea district. Kachumbala rock is named after the local Area can easily be spotted while driving along Mbale – Soroti highway. It is about 29 kilometers from Mbale.

Kachumbala rock is a glance of beauty at its top. A treasure to keep you physical fit. A truthful representation of wondrously geographically formed features.  Best activity to do for the physically fit ardent travellers that are ready to overcame any obstacle to have the best. At the top of this rock is the awful sight of what none imagines.

Hiking to the top of Kachumbala rock. From the bottom to the top of the rock. The process is tiresome, energy draining but pays off after you get to the top. The beautiful sceneries and other beauty sighted only at top makes you forget the hustle faced during the hike.