Kampala

Kampala is the capital and biggest city of Uganda with an estimated population of about 1680000 people. About 5 political divisions make up Kampala’s capital city including Makindye, Kawempe, Rubaga, Nakawa, and Kampala central divisions. It is Africa’s 13^th fastest-growing city.

Kampala is surrounded by other towns including Luweero, Mpigi, Mukono, Buikwe, Jinja and Entebbe. It is popular as a city of 7 (seven) hills (Mengo, Makerere, Mulago, Nakasero, Rubaga and Kibuli. but currently, it covers several hills. Kampala derives its name from the word “impala.” The present Kampala was home to countless impalas, but due to the growing city they got displaced.

The 3 of the hills in Kampala are subdivided into 4 religions. Mengo is for Anglicans, Kibuli & old Kampala are dominated by Muslims, and Rubaga is for Catholics. Nakasero Hill is where most public administration and residences are found.

Why visit Kampala in Uganda?

Kampala isn’t only a commercial hub but also an incredible tourism destination. It has a long list of well-established hotels including Protea Hotel in Kololo, Kampala Serena Hotel, Sheraton Kampala Hotel, Pearl of Africa and more.

Plenty of tourist attractions/sites –cultural and historical sites including the Uganda National Museum, and National Mosque (Gadhafi Mosque)- where you can enjoy aerial views of the city. Other tourist sites include the Baha’i temple, Makerere University a learning centre and also the best spot to find interesting bird species.

Visit Uganda Martyrs Shrine Basilica in Namugongo, Kabaka’s Lake, Kings Palace, Kasubi tomb site, Namirembe cathedral, Buganda craft village,

Vegetation cover- Kampala is comprised of numerous habitats including wetlands and hills. The swamps & wetlands in Kampala include Kansanga, Lubigi, Nakivubo, Kinawataka and Kyetinda swamps.