ONE DAY KAMPALA CITY TOUR

Completed in 1961, the Kampala temple is the mother temple of the Bahai faith in Africa sitting on 52 acres of land on kikaaya hill against the western horizon of Kampala City. The temple represents oneness and unity with its nine-sided magnificent silhouette surrounded by immaculate beautiful grounds which are serene with a wide range of birds and photographic opportunities also known as the dawning of the praise of God.

It stands magnificently on old Kampala hill with the best view of Kampala City and was commissioned by the late Colonel Muammar Gaddafi. The art with which it was built will totally amaze you because there is none like in in Uganda although Uganda has several mosques.

This mosque has a cool atmosphere inside with plush carpets and rich Moroccan architecture and art, which presents a breathtaking view of the whole of Kampala City from its rooftop and can be accessed by climbing 280 steps on the top but it’s worth it.

This is the official residence of the ruling King of Buganda. You will be taken through the amazing history of this Kingdom and you will be amazed at how these people of Buganda stood and fought to make Uganda what it is today. Buganda sits in the capital Kampala and much of Uganda’s history flows from Buganda.

Touring of the palace is very informative and opens up a lot of Uganda’s history. Major stops here include Twekobe, Empukku (Amin’s torture chambers) and Bulange (Buganda Parliament). Definitely you will be privileged to see where the great kings of all time in Uganda as a country called home.

Just like thrift stores in western countries, Owino Market is the largest open market in Uganda and it sits on 6 – 8 hectares with over 40,000 vendors. Its famous for second hand clothes that it offers to Ugandans at affordable prices. The market sells several other items ranging from electronics such as radios and TVs to local herbs, jewelry and food. It is a very crowded place but, in the end, it is always worth the long fascinating tiring adventure one has to experience firsthand.

Needing souvenirs, the Kampala craft market is the way to go. Kampala has a number of different craft markets which particularly host vendors like widows, youth, the disabled, those living with HIV/ AIDS who locally hand make the crafts to support themselves. So, when you buy from the craft markets, you are supporting the under privileged in the local communities.

• A rain jacket is essential as it could unpredictably rain
• Light clothes as the sun does shine pretty bright in this area
• Torch is essential for safety purposes.
• A good insect repellent to keep those persistent insects away
• A good zooming camera for photos