Kampala - the capital of Uganda
There are cities on the planet that occupy very favorable places from the point of view of tourists. For example, the capital of Uganda, which is located on the northern coast of one of the most famous and largest reservoirs of the Black continent, Lake Victoria.
Thanks to this natural attraction, Kampala receives thousands of tourists from different countries and continents every day. The local population is characterized by friendliness and openness. Despite the fact that the number of residents in the capital is approaching a million, there are practically no traffic jams in the city..
The secret of the name
Local residents assure that the name of the capital is deciphered very simply. It comes from the name of one of the most beautiful African antelopes - impala. This slender animal bears an outward resemblance to gazelles, although it is not their relative..
Cultural map
For tourists, the capital of Uganda is most often a transit point, since their main goals are to get acquainted with the world of African wild nature, its inhabitants, including impala, which amaze with tall graceful jumps.
But in Kampala itself there are many recreation areas, for example, getting to know the local, rather exotic cuisine, visiting bright, colorful local markets, walking around the city. Among the capital's attractions in the photo of tourists, the following buildings are most often captured:
- The Ugandan Parliament;
- National Theater;
- Namirembe and Rubaga - Christian places of worship.
The most frequent object for visits is the tomb of Kasubi, located on the hill of the same name and serving as the final resting place of the kings of Buganda. Part of the territory is used for agriculture (sown with useful crops), the rest is under the protection of UNESCO.
Here you can see the former palace of representatives of the royal power of Buganda, later turned into a tomb. It is interesting that although the structure is called «palace», it is made of the most common natural materials. For the construction, wood, reed, and straw were used, which are fastened together with clay. This structure is not an object of material, but rather of the spiritual heritage of the people of Uganda, testifying to their national identity..
Safari in the vicinity of Kampala
The most popular entertainment for tourists and guests of Uganda - safari - can take place in the form of rafting or traveling along the Nile, excursions to Bwindi or Mburo, national parks. You can see the life of gorillas in their natural environment, watch hippos, zebras and, if possible, the formidable predators - crocodiles. Another unique place is located on Lake Victoria, where chimpanzees live - the main inhabitants of the Ngamba reserve.
