Unveil the concealed beauty of Kigali

(1)Kigali

Kigali is more than its history. The present facade of the city proves that the unhappy past is over and that the present time proves that things have improved.

It may not be part of the most popular destinations, but visit this place and learn a thing or two about humanity while mixing it with the pleasure of raw culture.

Location

(2)Kigali map

Kigali is located at the heart of Rwanda. As the biggest city and the capital of the country, it also follows that this city is heavily populated. Kigali is the center of industry, trade and other major functions in Rwanda.

The office of the country’s president is also found here. The city measures 730 square kilometers and houses more than a million people.

Climate

(3)Kigali on a sunny day

Climate in Kigali is classified by Kopper-Geiger as tropical wet and dry/ savannah climate. The dry months are between June and July while the warmest month is August.

The rainy season is between February to April and November to December. Tourists who want to enjoy the raw culture of the city by strolling should avoid the month of April because it is the wettest.

Transportation

(4) Kigali Airport

Kigali has its own small airport that caters to flights from different parts of Africa, Amsterdam, Istanbul and Belgium. The city can also be reached by bus.

There are rides available from Kigali to Kampala in Uganda and back. Those who travel with a strict budget would want to resort to this option because this is cheapest way to reach the city.

Attractions

Camp Kigali Memorial

(5)Camp Kigali Memorial

This is to remember the Belgian UN Blue Berets that were killed in the same spot where Camp Kigali is situated.

These soldiers were killed while attempting to protect the home of then Prime Minister Agatha Uwilinginama. Until today, this same spot serves a symbol of bravery against the tragedy that once occurred in the city.

Nyanza Genocide Memorial

(6) Nyanza Genocide Memorial

This is another symbol of how the people of Rwanda fought for their rights and won.

More than an edifice of liberty against suffering and injustice, this memorial spot serves as an educational corner about the truths concerning genocides.

Safaris

(7)Safari

Any African country will not be complete without the presence of safaris and Kigali has its fair share of them.

Enjoy nature and be intimate with the wild by booking a safari trip while staying in this city. See the animals that we usually see only in the movies and learn of their beauty first-hand.

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