Rwanda Tourist Attractions : Rwanda is a country brimming with thrilling discoveries that attract tourists to the key sites and must experience adventure, and Rwanda is one of the East African with mountain gorillas here are some of the top tourist attractions:
Kigali Genocide Memorial
It is one of the major tourist attractions in Rwanda located in Gisozi district, the genocide memorial serves as a museum and arresting place for over 250000 victims of the 1994 genocide. The genocide memorial gives a visitor more context for understanding the country’s remarkable journey.
How to get their it a 15-minute drive from the city and can be accessed by cars only
It is always open from 8am to5pm.
Inema arts centre
It is a vibrant tourist attraction in Kigali city with dynamic arts hub in kacyiru district, where they show case cultural dances and art workshops and gallery tours.
Kimironko market
This is the biggest market in Rwanda that has every kind of clothing you need and does not only have clothes but even food, and souvenirs. And as you do your shopping you will have an opportunity to speak with the local people.
Visit the Nyungwe forest national park
It is one of the most important forest conservation areas in Africa, the forest has mammal’s primates, birds and most of them come to truck chimpanzee and for canopy walks which is the most interesting activity do while you at Nyungwe forest though if you have fear heights you cannot do it.
Kings’ palace museum
The king’s palace showcases replicas of king’s palace from the 15th century up to now. Tourists can also explore the colonial style of homes that was once a royal residence of king Mutara lll Rudahigwa.
Activities to do while in Rwanda
Rwanda has a lot of activities to do and some of the activities include
Gorilla trekking in volcanoes national park which is Uganda’s boarder neighbouring mgahinga gorilla national park, gorilla trekking in the volcanoes lasts for 1 to 8 hours, because the trekking involves hiking through mysterious bamboo forests. Gorilla trekking it a safe activity because visitors move with armed guides and the guides use clicking and moaning sounds to communicate to the gorillas.
Visiting lake Kivu
After all your out-door adventures, you will be ready to kick up your feet and there is no better place in Rwanda where one can relax from than lake Kivu. Lake Kivu has a lively waterfront, sandy beach and stunning resorts around it as you relax get closer to the land scape with kingfisher journeys and you can arrange for a stunning kayak on lake Kivu which leave you with a great memory.
Visit the Kigali city
Since we all know that Kigali the capital city of Rwanda is the cleanest city in Africa how ever much it is small, but is calm clean and organised and it is one of the safest cities in the world making it the ideal destination for solo travellers. Kigali has many markets and craft shops, Kigali city it is so attractive because of its appearance and cleanliness.
Take a cultural tour at Nyamirambo women’s centre
Nyamirambo women’s centre these women are specialists in crafting high quality kitenge fabrics made in Rwanda. It is located in Nyamirambo district they are mainly the local people who operate this centre because it is non- profit organisation.
Hike to mountain Kigali
Mountain Kigali is the highest point in the city offering panoramic views of the surrounding hills and valleys. You can decide either to hike or drive up to the summit, and at the summit you get their zipline park, restaurant and picnic for those interested in pictures and there are chairs, benches, and grills that you can use to have your barbecue.
Taste the Rwandan cuisine
The Rwandan cuisine it is another activity one can do while in Rwanda because it is a mixture of some African countries like European, and Asian influences and the main foods prepared include cassava, beans plantain and rice, and these dishes are served at most of the restaurants in Kigali.
Visit historical sites and monuments
Kigali showcases the rich and diverse culture and history of Rwanda like at the Kandt house museum which is a former residence of the first German colonial governor of Rwanda which displays and exhibits the culture and history of Rwanda.
Bird watching
It is another top activity done in Rwanda and birds can be spotted in Nyabarongo river and Nyarutarama on these two you can have great and excellent bird watching executions and you can also take a peaceful nature walks as you view more birds.
In conclusion, Kigali is an exciting and dynamic destination for adventurous activities like cultural exploration, historical education. Kigali city is also a gate way to Rwanda’s breathtaking wildlife and natural landscapes, making it un missed destination while in Africa for any wildlife safari tour.
