Welcome to the "Pearl of Africa"!
Renowned for its stunning natural beauty, abundant wildlife, and rich cultural heritage, Uganda offers travelers a wide range of experiences. Uganda's landscape is incredibly diverse, encompassing lush savannas, dense forests, snow-capped mountains, and the vast expanse of the Great Rift Valley.
Uganda is home to the source of the Nile River, where the world's longest river begins its journey northwards. The country features several mountains, including the snow-capped Rwenzori Mountains, as well as numerous lakes such as Lake Victoria, Lake Albert, and Lake Bunyonyi.
Uganda is one of the best places in the world to track and observe mountain gorillas in their natural habitat, primarily in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park.
The country is also home to populations of chimpanzees, which can be tracked in various locations, including Kibale Forest National Park and Budongo Forest Reserve.
Uganda boasts an array of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and rhinoceroses, which can be spotted in national parks like Queen Elizabeth, Murchison Falls, and Kidepo Valley.
With over 1,000 bird species, Uganda is a paradise for birdwatchers, with prime birdwatching locations such as the Queen Elizabeth National Park and Murchison Falls National Park.
Country details
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Capital
Kampala
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Area:
241,038 km²
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President:
Yoweli Kaguta Museveni
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Official Languages:
Luganda, English, French and Swahili
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Currency:
UGS
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Population:
above 49,924,000
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Dialing Code:
+256
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Time Zone (GMT):
+3