Cultural heritage sites are often overlooked when it comes to travelling in Africa, but as part of our history they hold a lot of meaning. Understanding the pattern of cultural evolutions and preservations over centuries connects us as we learn about the journeys taken to transform various cultures. In order to fully understand what has made Rwanda the country that it is today, we must first look at its people and its past. Here a four cultural heritage sites worth visiting in Rwanda: 1. Rwanda genocide memorials Rwanda is a country of beautiful rolling hills and amazing views. But the dark past of the Rwanda genocide that claimed almost a million lives still haunts the country. This said, Rwanda has forged a way forward and its progress has been tremendous; and it is now ranked among the top developing countries in Africa. As you travel through the country, you will see many genocide memorial museums preserved in various districts for people to reflect on the past. When in Rwanda, endeavour to visit one of these museums and hear the stories as told by the survivors about how race and tribal extremism can lead to societal collapse. Among the many genocide sites in Rwanda, one of the most popular to visit is the Bisesero genocide memorial site. The memorial has displays showing the skulls and the clothing of victims, and can be quite difficult to stomach at times. Entrance to all genocide sites is free, but some tourists offer tokens of appreciation to the guides who walk them around the different sections of the museums including the mass grave where many victims were buried. 2. Ndaba rock About a two hour drive from Kigali is one of Rwanda’s most historical tourist sites which attracts both locals and foreigners interested in its mythical stories. The rock is legend to be dripping with honey which
Cultural heritage sites are often overlooked when it comes to travelling in Africa, but as part of our history they hold a lot of meaning. Understanding the pattern of cultural evolutions and preservations over
