Uganda

Kampala, Uganda

Uganda

  • Capital City: Kampala
  • Language: English (official), Swahili
  • Currency: Ugandan Shilling
  • Best Time To Travel: December to February, June to August
  • Country Dialing Code: +256
  • Population: 48.6 million

About Uganda

  • Clothing: Lightweight clothing is suitable due to the warm climate, but it's also advisable to pack a light jacket or sweater for cooler evenings and rain showers. If you plan to visit national parks or go on safaris, neutral-colored clothing is recommended.

  • Cuisine: Ugandan cuisine consists of various dishes such as matooke (cooked green bananas), groundnut sauce, ugali (maize porridge), grilled meats, and fresh tropical fruits.

  • Culture: Uganda is culturally diverse, with over 50 different tribes, each with its own traditions, languages, and customs. Music and dance play an integral role in Ugandan culture, with traditional dances such as the energetic Ndere troupe performances being popular.

Travel Attractions

Kasubi Tombs

Kasubi Tombs

Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Kasubi Tombs were the burial grounds of Buganda's kings, showcasing traditional architecture and cultural significance.

Equator Crossing

Equator Crossing point

Stand astride the Equator at the designated spot in Kayabwe, marking your presence at the zero latitude line.

Lake Victoria

Lake Victoria

Explore the vast freshwater Lake Victoria, the largest in Africa, offering boat cruises, fishing, and lakeside resorts.