Tourism attractions in Buganda Region Uganda : Buganda region is literally the central region of Uganda; and its occupied by the people of Buganda; known as the Baganda. The Baganda make up the largest bantu group in Uganda and as of 2024, it is said the Luganda language is spoken in almost 50% of the Uganda districts.
Being the largest region in the country, this region has a number of exciting tourism attractions that tourists have a chance to see when they visit the pearl of Africa Uganda. And in this article we want to shine a light on some of the prominent attractions. These attractions are:- Kasubi Tombs, Lubiri Palace and kabaka’s lake.
Kasubi Tombs
The Kasubi Tombs are the burial grounds for four kabakas (kings) of the Buganda Kingdom; making it the official burial ground for Buganda kings and also a Buganda spiritual and tradition place where several tradition practices in the Buganda culture are done. Located on Kasubi hill in Kampala, the tombs sit on land of about 26 hectares.
The Kasubi Tombs are a UNESCO World Heritage Site designated in 2001. The tombs suffered a fire 2010 losing about 50% of its original state. It was rebuilt and by 2024, the works are said to be complete. The tombs can be visited all year round any day of the week.
Lubiri
Lubiri Palace, called the Twekobe in Uganda is the royal compound of the Kabaka of Buganda. Though the Kabaka is said to have many homes or palaces, the main lubiri is in Mengo and its been used as the main business center since 1885 after its construction by Kabaka Daniel Mwanga II.
In this palace you will find the Royal Courts – a place used for royal meetings, a museum showcasing artifacts and photos of the previous Kabakas and events in the Kingdom. The palace also has a dungeon that was used as a torture center during the Idi Amin regime.
The Lubiri Palace can be visited any time of the year.
Kabaka’s palace
The Kabaka’s Lake is the largest man-made lake in Uganda, created in the late 19th century by Kabaka Mwanga II as a water source for the Kingdom, defensive barrier, and escape route to Lake Victoria in case of the palace was under attack. The lake is a recreation center with people visiting the lake for boat rides, birdwatching and picnics on the shores.
Like the other attractions in the region, the kabaka’s lake can be visited all year round.
The people of Baganda have a rich history dating back to the 14th century and they have very rich cultural heritage that are horned in with tradition and community. The Buganda kingship is based on a hierarchical system and the whole society hierarchical with the King being the top leader with a council of leaders.
The Baganda are farmers, growing crops like matooke, maize, and sweet potatoes; they also rear domesticated animals and birds like chicken, ducks, cattle, goats and others.
Some sects of the Baganda are skilled craftsmen who make wood carvings, textiles, traditional clothing and jewelry among other things.
