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Rwanda, officially the Republic of Rwanda, is in-country in east-central Africa. Population of Rwanda is approximately 10 million citizens. The country borders with four states, that are Uganda, Burundi, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Tanzania. Rwanda is a small country in comparison with its neighbors. The capital city is Kigali and the official languages are Kinyarwanda, French and English.

Kigali

The capital and the largest city of Rwanda founded in 1907 under German colonial rule. Kigali is located in the center of the country. It is a significant place for economy, culture and transport.

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Full name:

Republic of Rwanda

Capital city:

Kigali

Area:

26,338 sq km

Population:

9,907,509

Major languages:

Kinyarwanda, French, English, Kiswahili

Major religions:

Roman Catholic, Protestant

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Akagera National Park (click for more information)
Akagera National Park is an area, which consists of grasslands, swamps and lakes. The park was established in 1934 to protect that area. The Akagera park is located on the border with Tanzania, on the east of Rwanda.
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City of Gisenyi (click for more information)
Gisenyi is the city of Western Province, Rwanda. It is also the lake resort with a sandy beach on lake Kivu. The city, of course, offers occasions for water sports.
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City of Gitarama (click for more information)
Gitarama is the second largest city in the country. It is located in the center of the country on the west of the capital city. In Gitarama is a great art museum.
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Kigali – the capital city (click for more information)
Kigali, the capital city with population of about 851 thousands citizens, is main home of the president Paul Kagame. The center of the city was built on a ridge and the main government area on another ridge.
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Lake Kivu (click for more information)
Lake Kivu is one of the Great Lakes of Africa. It is located on the border between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The lake covers area of about 2700 km2.
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National Museum of Rwanda (click for more information)
National Museum of Rwanda is located in the town Butare. Collections are exhibited in seven rooms. It is a great ethnographic museum and is recommended for those, who are interested in Africa's history.
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Nyungwe Forest (click for more information)
Nyungwe Forest is protected area of about 980 km2 tropical montane forest. The forest is home to many species of fauna and flora. This place is perfect for tourists.
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Parc National des Volcans (click for more information)
Parc National des Volcans is situated in the northwest of Rwanda. In this park may be seen rare mountain gorilla. The park is covered with forest.
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Town of Butare (click for more information)
Butare is the town, which has the National University of Rwanda and the National Museum of Rwanda. Butare is located in the South Province of Rwanda.
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Town of Ruhengeri (click for more information)
Ruhengeri is a town laying in the North of Rwanda near lake Bulera and the Volcans National Park. It is a market town. The town is now known as Musanze.
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Why to visit Rwanda


Rwanda, officially the Republic of Rwanda, is in-country in east-central Africa. Population of Rwanda is approximately 10 million citizens. The country borders with four states, that are Uganda, Burundi, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Tanzania. Rwanda is a small country in comparison with its neighbors. The capital city is Kigali and the official languages are Kinyarwanda, French and English.

Kigali

The capital and the largest city of Rwanda founded in 1907 under German colonial rule. Kigali is located in the center of the country. It is a significant place for economy, culture and transport.

Kigali became the capital city in 1962 and it also became a home to Rwanda's political scene. Regarding the transportation, it is easy to drive a car by yourself in the streets of the city. The other options of the transportation are mini-vans, taxis and moto taxis. The city has an international airport (Kigali International Airport), which has various passenger connections, but daily only to Nairobi.

Culture

Culture of Rwanda is interesting mainly in two ways: music and literature. The music consists largely of African folk music, which is interpreted by its people. African music is important for a dance called the ikinimba, that tells the stories about heroes and kings of Rwanda. It is probably the most revered musical tradition in the country. The literature was divided into two categories: formal and non-formal literature, which was, of course, more popular. Today, it is more admired storytelling and public speaking.

Climate

Rwanda lies close to the equator, so the climate is tropical, but snow and frost can be seen in the mountains. There are dry and rainy seasons. Dry season is usually from July to September and in January. Rainy season is from February to May and short season from November through December. Rainfall is heavier in the west. Average temperature is 21°C (70°F).

Summary

For those, who like Africa or just exotic countries, is Rwanda a great opportunity to visit. Unique fauna and flora may be seen in national parks such as Akagera National Park or Parc National des Volcans. You will have a chance to learn about Rwanda's culture too.

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