Kasubi tombs are found on Kasubi hill a few kilometres from Kampala city. The tombs are rich in the significant culture of the Buganda Kingdom and it’s a valued place in Buganda since it is the main burial ground for the kings of Buganda kingdom. Besides being a UNESCO world heritage site and burial ground for the kings, the tombs also hold various historical treasures and tools of the Buganda Kingdom. It is also a place where the king and the various top hierarchical individuals in the kingdom come and perform some rituals of the Baganda culture.
The kings resting here include; Kabaka Muteesa I, Kabaka Muteesa II, and a few more making them four in total.
This is one of the Best places in Uganda to gather and explore prehistoric information about the Buganda kingdom. It also offers a traveller an opportunity to find out what is kept, different partitions of the tombs. All these can only be explored and found out when one visits.
I would recommend anyone visiting Uganda to pay a visit to the Kasubi tombs since you get to learn more about the Buganda kingdom and the culture. Book your Uganda safari today with Jewel Safaris, reach out to us info@jewelsafaris.com
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Location of Kasubi tombs.
Kasubi tombs are located in the center of the Buganda kingdom about 5 kilometers from the city. These tombs were formally used as a palace by Kabaka Muteesa I but after his demise, he was buried inside and that’s how Kasubi tombs permanently became the burial grounds for the Buganda kings and other prominent personnel of the kingdom. It ceased being a palace from that day forth.
This is one of the best places in Uganda to visit while on Uganda Safaris Tours to gather and explore prehistoric information about the Buganda kingdom. It also offers a traveler an opportunity to find out what is kept, different partitions of the tombs. All these can only be explored and found out when one visits.
These peculiarly decorated tombs with the middle having pole-like structures that spell out the representation of 52 clans in Buganda also has series of acts that can raise anybody’s urge to ask every question so as to expound and know everything in the place. For instance, there is a fire point inside the tombs that are lit ever and the only rationale for the lit fire is to warm the spirits of the befallen kings.
There are also several musical instruments in here that are said to be put in place to be played occasionally to entertain the befallen kings who loved their Ganda music. The kings that are resting here include; Kabaka Muteesa I, Kabaka Muteesa II, and a few more making them four in total.
Historical burial site of Buganda Kingdom.
Not only is Kasubi tombs a burial ground but also a place where the king and the various top hierarchical individuals in the kingdom come and perform some rituals like; the new moon ceremony and consultation of mediums and so many other rituals and activities.
Kasubi tombs are also frequently visited by several medicine people of the kingdom to interact with their king’s spirits on different grounds like to bless them in their businesses, families, farms and so many areas where blessings are immensely needed.
I would recommend anyone who ever comes to Uganda to pay a visit to Kasubi tombs since it is a wonderful way to be exposed to the Ugandan culture, history, and lifestyle. At least, this is what this thatched-roof building did for me. Jewel safaris and all your Uganda Safari tour is arranged in the company of a professional knowledgeable guide that will expound and leave no historic information behind.
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