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Uganda’s commonest historical sites

Uganda’s commonest historical sites Uganda’s commonest historical sites : Uganda is now becoming a thriving nation which can showcase its rich history and natural beauty. Apart from national parks, Lakes and waterfalls, Uganda has got a lot of tourist attractions. Below are some of the historical sites which you cannot miss out while visiting Uganda. […]

Facts about the African Antelopes

Facts about the African Antelopes Facts about the African Antelopes : “antelopes” is used to refer to many species of even-toed ruminant indigenous to various regions in Africa. That is to say, an antelope is a deer-like mammal found in Africa, Asia and also parts of the America. These Antelopes are basically one of the […]

Uganda’s attractive waterfalls

 Uganda’s attractive waterfalls Uganda’s attractive waterfalls :  Apart from wildlife, Uganda the Pearl of Africa has got many other attractions. These include the waterfalls that can be enjoyed no matter which direction of the country you are visiting. Generally, the waterfalls activity is sometimes combined with a wildlife safari. However, this depends on how many […]

Mparo Royal Tombs Uganda

Mparo Royal Tombs Uganda Mparo Royal Tombs Uganda : are one of the most treasured historical sites in Hoima district. It is located in the western Region Uganda and unique among the royal tombs in the country. It basically sits on an expansive land along Hoima-Masindi Road that used to host the palace of Kabalega. […]

Pangolins | Uganda Wildlife

Pangolins | Uganda Wildlife Pangolins | Uganda Wildlife : These animals generally have large, protective keratin scales covering their skin. In addition,  they live in hollow trees or burrows depending on the species. In fact, Pangolins are the only world’s mammals with keratin scales covering the whole body. The word pangolin comes from the Malay […]

Walumbe Tanda Pits | Uganda Cultural Sites

Walumbe Tanda Pits | Uganda Cultural Sites Walumbe Tanda Pits | Uganda Cultural Sites : comprises of around 240 pits scattered in a 10ha rectangle of ancient forest. Note that; some of the pits are quite shallow, narrow while others are deep. Legend holds that this shady enclave served as the stage for much of […]