Kampala City Tour
Most visitors to Uganda come for the wildlife, primates, and cultural safaris. These safaris usually take them to the countryside, leaving very little time to explore and discover the hidden treasures of the capital-Kampala. Kampala is the capital city of Uganda. This bustling city is also the social and economic hub of the country. The city has a population of over 5 million people during the day and 1.5 million at night.![Kampala city tour](https://jewelsafaris.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/kampala-city-tour..jpg)
The National Museum
Situated only 2km from the city center, the National Museum is the oldest of its kind in East Africa, first started at Fort Lugard in 1908 and in 1942 when was relocated to Makerere University at the School of Industrial and Fine Arts. Today, the National Museum is found in Kitante along Kiira Road, a place it has been since 1972.![National Museum of Uganda](https://jewelsafaris.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/national-museum-of-uganda.jpg)
Old Kampala National Mosque
Located on Old Kampala Hill, the Old Kampala National Mosque also known as the National Mosque is the principal mosque for the Islamic community in Kampala. The construction of the mosque was an initiative of Idi Amin Dada in 1971. Following his overthrow, the mosque project came to standstill until 2003 when construction resumed and was completed 2003 with funding from the late Libyan president-Colonel Muammar Gadhafi. The mosque was officially opened in June 2007 and named Gadhafi mosque in recognition of his financial support towards the Muslim community. Following his death in 2013, the mosque was renamed Uganda National Mosque.![Old Kampala National Mosque](https://jewelsafaris.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Old-Kampala-National-Mosque.jpg)
Kasubi Tombs
Located on Kasubi Hill is the burial ground for the fallen kings of legendary Buganda. The Kasubi tombs are also the former palace of Sekabaka Muteesa and were later 1884 converted into a burial site for Buganda royals. At the center of the main building lie four royal tombs. Due to their cultural significance, the Kasubi tombs were recognized and declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in December 2001.National Theatre
The National Theatre is the center of Uganda’s culture and it was the first modern theatre in Uganda. Built with a sitting capacity of 400 people, the main purpose of its construction was to provide an insight into Uganda’s cultures to the small community of expatriates who were residents in Kampala. Today, you can visit the National Theatre for live performances of plays, Ugandan movies and so much more.Independence Monument
Located along Speke Road, the independence monument was constructed right after independence, with funding from the British colonial government. The independence monument is a unique and iconic landmark that represents the freedom Uganda gained from the British in 1962. The 6m high sculpture is the site where Uganda received her independence over 60 years ago.Ndere Cultural Centre
Uganda’s cultural diversity can all be experienced at the Ndere Cultural Centre. Founded in 1986 with the main objective of showcasing and promoting Uganda’s cultural diversity, Ndere Cultural Centre exhibits Uganda’s cultural diversity through music, dance, storytelling, poetry, and performing arts.![Ndere Cultural Centre](https://jewelsafaris.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Ndere-Cultural-Centre.jpg)
Kabaka’s Palace
The Kabaka’s Palace, also known to many as the Mengo Palace or Twekobe Palace is located on Lubiri Hill and was Ssekabaka Mwanga II’s chosen site after his coronation in 1884. The palace later became Ssekabaka Edward Muteesa’s site until 1966 when Idi Amin, following the then Prime Minister-Obote’s orders drove him out. Ssekabaka Edward Muteesa flee the country and went to exile in the United Kingdom. The army consequently took over and camped in the palace where they caused a lot of atrocities. The soldiers built a torture chamber where Idi Amin and Obote’s victims met their cruel death in the underground cells. Victims were taken into the torture chambers blindfolded and were never seen again.![Kabaka’s Palace](https://jewelsafaris.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Kabakas-Palace.jpg)