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Buganda Kingdom Tour in Uganda. The Buganda Kingdom is the oldest in Uganda and East Africa. Buganda kingdom was ruled by approximately 36 kings or rulers and was first ruled by Kintu, the youngest ruler of the Buganda kingdom was Daudi Chwa. Buganda kingdom is currently being ruled by Kabaka Edward Mutesa II and is the longest reign in power. The kings of the Buganda kingdom are addressed as the Kabaka, and they rule along with their queen known as Nabageleka. Buganda kingdom has been in existence before, during the reign of the colonial era, and is still in existence. This makes it the perfect kingdom rich with history and a lot of culture making it the perfect tourism destination. Buganda Kingdom tour helps tourists learn more about the history of Buganda kingdom and Uganda as a country plus the culture of the people of Buganda known as ‘’Baganda’’.
As follows below are some of the places that can be accessed by tourists or visitors so that they can learn more about the culture and history of the Kingdom and some that are attached to Uganda as a country.
Bulange Mengo is seated on the Mengo hill and is the parliament of Buganda kingdom. Bulange is where most of the meetings or parliamentary seatings concerning the Buganda kingdom are held. The Bulange building was constructed in a modern and traditional way that if you tour around the place, you will have a test of the history, norms, and identity of the Buganda kingdom and its people.
Also located on Mengo Hill, Lubiri Mengo is one of the palaces of the Buganda kingdom and was once used as torture chambers by Idi Amin Dada after Kabaka Mutesa II was over throned by Milton Obote who was once the president of Uganda. The Baganda gained back power over the Lubiri mango palace during the reign. When you visit you will be able to visit the torture chambers of Idi Amin Dada and get to learn about the dark history of Uganda. You will also get to learn about the history, culture, and customs of the Buganda kingdom and the Baganda people.
Kabaka’s Lake is a man-made lake that also happens to hold some of the history, culture, and customs of the Buganda kingdom. The Kabaka’s lake was made with orders from Kabaka Mwanga II and was dug to act as a source of water and the defensive barrier between the Christian subjects and the Kabaka’s palace. Kabaka’s lake covers approximately 200 acres and is approximately 4.5 meters deep. The Kabaka‘s lake is also considered to be of very much importance in the spiritual world of the Baganda. Different spiritual rituals are being conducted around the shores and in the lake itself. When you visit Kabaka’s Lake, you will get to learn more about the historical and cultural importance of the lake.
Kasubi tombs are also one of the sites that you can visit to learn more about the history, customs, and norms of the Buganda Kingdom and its people. Kasubi Tomb is a UNESCO world heritage site where the royals of the Buganda kingdom are put to rest. About four of the previous kings (Kabakas) of Buganda have been put to rest on the grounds of Kasubi tombs. Kasubi tombs also act as a museum for the Buganda kingdom. When you visit Kasubi tombs, you will get to know about and see different cultural items representing the culture and customs of the Buganda kingdom. You will also get to listen to different stories being told by the local guides at the tombs.
Nnggalabi coronation site is believed to be the root or the origin of the Buganda kingdom. At Nnggalabi coronation grounds or site is where the kings of the Buganda kingdom (kabakas) were enthroned. On these grounds, all the rituals of coronating a king in the Buganda kingdom are done. When you visit these coronation sites, you will get to learn about the history and cultural importance of this place.
Wamala tombs are also part of the Buganda kingdom and hold a very important role or importance in both the history and culture of the Baganda and their kingdom. Wamala tombs are where the late Kabaka Suuna II was put to rest and also important spiritual rituals are held on these grounds so that they communicate with their ancestors. During your visit to Wamala Tombs, you will learn more about its history and the cultural importance or significance of the Wamala Tomb.
Sezibwa Waterfalls is also one of the many sites in Buganda that play a big role in both the history and the cultural role of the kingdom of Buganda and its people. Many cultural rituals are held in this particular place. Sezibwa Falls is located along the Kampala – Jinja highway half of it being owned by the Buganda kingdom and the other part is owned by the Anglican Church of Uganda. When you visit Sezibwa Falls, you will get to learn more about the historical and cultural significance of this place to the people of Buganda and the kingdom.
Apart from those mentioned earlier, you can also decide to visit Kampala and get to know about different places in the heart of Uganda that also hold cultural and historical importance in the country. Some of these places may include,
The Uganda Museum is located in the heart of Uganda in Kampala city. Founded in 1908, the Uganda Museum exhibits the historical and cultural heritage of Uganda and its people having different cultures. When you visit the Uganda Museum, you will be able to see different crafts and art pieces telling stories about Uganda and the different cultures that make up Uganda.
Those interested in learning about the history of religion in Buganda and Uganda can visit the Namugongo martyr’s shrine. On visiting, you will be told different stories about the martyrs, and you will also get to see different exhibits telling stories about the martyrs as well.
Other places that you can visit in Uganda include, the Gadhafi Mosque, the Bahai temple, Lubaga Cathedral, Namirembe Cathedral, and Kampala city, to mention but a few.
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