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Which body of water lies along Kenya’s coast?
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The body of water that lies along Kenya’s coast is the Indian Ocean. The country’s coastal plain extends for approximately 250 miles (400 km) along this ocean, featuring a narrow strip that broadens in the north near the Tana River lowlands. This coastline includes Mombasa, which serves as a major port and is considered one of the best natural harbors in East Africa.123