Uganda Cultural And Religious Sites, Most Important Places
Cultural And Religious Sites
Cultural tours in Uganda are not as popular as visiting mountain gorillas and game drives. Uganda is a country with a strong cultural heritage. This is demonstrated by the numerous cultural sites and tribes in the country. Visit religious and cultural sites to understand the people of Uganda, and the norms and history of various Kingdoms in Uganda. Amazing batwa people, the karamajongs, and many more cultural tribes.
Kasubi tombs.
The main treasures of the Buganda Kingdom and the leading tourism attraction in Uganda. Six kilometers away from the city center of Kampala. The tombs are the main burial grounds for the kings (Kabakas) of Buganda as well as other royals. Four kings of Buganda are buried there i.e. Muteesa II, Mwanga II, Daudi Chwa, and Muteesa I. A large part of the tomb was destroyed by fire and renovations have been taking place to bring it back to its former state.
Uganda Museum.
A display of Uganda’s cultural heritage where one can see ethnological and natural-historical exhibitions. There are many interesting exhibits in this museum relating to the culture and tribes that describe Uganda. The museum was built to help preserve Uganda’s history. it’s the best place to visit to learn about Uganda’s history and cultural heritage. The history is demonstrated through a collection of instruments, artifacts, and recordings. It was built in 1908.
Uganda martyrs shrine in Namugongo.
The shrine is one of the most visited religious sites in Africa. Each year on 3rd June; pilgrims flock to the shrine to commemorate the death of 25 Christians both
Anglican and Catholics. In 1886, Kabaka Mwanga II ordered the death of many Christians whom he felt had stopped respecting him after converting to Christianity, he found foreign religion a threat to his rule and control over his people.
Bigo Byamugenyi.
The site is located deep in Mubende district in a place called Ntusi. Bigo byamugenyi means “the fort of a stranger”. It is believed that the Bachwezi demi gods lived in the area hundreds of years ago. They left several artifacts and earthworks that are of cultural importance to local people. The earthworks are believed to have been made in the early 13th century. The site is very remote and requires real perseverance and patience to get there. To access the facility visitors are required to cleanse themselves with water from a nearby stream to ensure that they don’t anger the gods.
Igongo Cultural Centre.
It’s a privately owned cultural center found in Mbarara along the highway to Kampala. It was built on the grounds of the former palace of the King of Ankole to promote the culture of the people of Uganda and Africa as a whole. It’s a favorite stopover place for tourists heading to Queen Elizabeth National Park and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The center has been built to high standards with beautiful gardens and views. The center has a museum, restaurant, and nice craft shop.
Ndere Troupe Cultural Centre.
It’s found in Ntinda, a suburb in Kampala, the word Ndere refers to a flute. The center is the best place to experience the culture of Uganda as a whole. Traditional performances of tribes from all over Uganda can be enjoyed here. You can also order traditional meals from every part of the country. It’s a place to be if you are touring Kampala.
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