Uganda

About Uganda

Africa has multiple engaging destination to explore. Of all destinations, make sure not to miss Uganda. Popularly known as the pearl of Africa, this country is situated in the eastern part of the continent.
It shares borders with Rwanda in the south west, Tanzania in the south, and Kenya in the east, South Sudan in the north and the Democratic Republic of Congo in the west. Visitors to Uganda access this nation plane. Road means is only for those from border countries.
If you are getting to this country by plane, the main gateway is Entebbe international airport. This aviation facility is about 47 kilometers from Kampala, Uganda’s capital. It welcomes thousands of passengers daily including tourists who come in to explore its allures.
From the airport you can reach Kampala or any other place in the country by airport taxi or arrange other transport means with a tour operator. A tour in Uganda takes you to various places like National parks, cities, game reserves, sanctuaries, local villages and more.

Basic Information about Uganda

Official Language/s: English, Luganda

Area: 236,000 sq km

Population: 34.6 million

Capital City: Kampala

Currency: Uganda shilling ( UGX )

Time zone: (GMT+03:00) Nairobi

Religious Affiliations:

Catholic: 42%, Anglican 36%, Muslim: 12%, Other 10%

Culture:

Ugandans are exceptionally hospitable and in Uganda, there is a strong cultural traditions. with a number of kingdoms like Buganda, Busoga, Bunyoro, Toro

Places To visit in Uganda :

Queen Elizabeth national park, Murchision falls national park, Lake Mburo national park, Bwindi Impenetrable forest, Mgahinga national park, Semilik national park, kidepo valley national park, Kibaale forest, Lake Bunyonyi island, Ngamba island, Ssesse island, Jinja, Entebbe, Mountain Rwenzori, Mountain Elgon, Mount Mgahinga