INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT RWANDA

Interesting Facts About Rwanda : Rwanda is one of the most rewarding safari destinations that have gained popularity over the years because of a number of rewarding attractions like the endangered mountain gorilla species that have gained world recognition and have attracted a number of tourists to visit the country in order to understand more about the endangered species by taking part in gorilla trekking in Rwanda.

With a number of rewarding attractions from the flora and fauna that can be seen in the different national parks in Rwanda where you can take part in activities like chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe national park, tracking the big five animals in Rwanda, and the different communities to the unique historical sites like the Kigali genocide memorial museum, Murambi genocide memorial museum, the ethnographic museum that will give you the opportunity   to understand more about the 1994 Rwanda genocide  and the different sites that can be visited for an amazing Rwanda safari. Before you make your way to the country here are some of the interesting facts about Rwanda that will spark your need to travel to the land of 1000 hills.

Safe country

There’s more to the country than just the gorillas

Although the endangered mountain gorillas are among the most famous tourist attractions that have attracted a number of tourists to visit the country to take part in the memorable gorilla trekking experience in Rwanda however there’s a lot more to the country than just the gorillas in volcanoes national park. The country has a number of rewarding views of mount Kigali that you will get to see when you participate in the mount Kigali hike, you will also have an amazing experience participating in the Virunga mountains hike where you will get to see a number of attractions like the different Virunga mountains like mount Muhabura, munt gahinga, mount sabyinyo, mount karisimbi and mount bisoke that will give you breath taking views of the twin lakes of Burera and Ruhondo, lake kivu and many other views. For wildlife overs you will have amazing experiences taking part in the game drives in Akagera national park, boat cruise on lake Ihema, birding in Rwanda. golden monkey trekking in volcanoes national park, hiking the different trails in Nyungwe national park, colobus tracking that will give you the chance to see a number of unique wildlife species in the country.

Banned plastic

Rwanda is among the cleanest countries in Africa that decided to go green in 2008 by banning plastic as a way to protect the environment and ensure a healthy environment and this has seen a number of results like the increase in the water levels in lakes, there is an increased growth of marine life and this has made a number of its cities like Kigali city as among the cleanest cities to visit while you participate in your Rwanda safari. Other initiatives to ensure that there is environmental protection and conservation in the country include reforestation, green politics where the ministry of natural resources was recognized by the international green climate fund which introduced clean and safe solar power that will offer clean energy that doesn’t affect natural resources in the country.

The Rwanda genocide happened 27 years ago

Rwanda is still famous for the Rwanda genocide that happened 27 years ago and this has affected the choices of the people that would like to visit the country thinking it’s still a warzone however if you’re interested in visiting any country in Africa, you should consider visiting Rwanda because it is among the safest countries in Africa that will ensure you will have an amazing experience without having to worry about its safety this is because there are a number of foreign embassies that can be of help in case of any problem in the country, Rwanda is in a number of regional and international corporations and bodies  that have ensured close ties with the other countries hence leading to a good political relationship and the police is there to maintain law and order and a safe environment for the locals and the tourists.

Monthly community service

Every last Saturday of the month, Rwandans are supposed to participate in a mandatory community service also known as Umuganda day which is carried out to ensure community involvement in the protection of the environment and as a way of bringing the people together to work of a common goal. Some of the activities that can be carried out include tree plantation, cleaning of water sources, maintaining infrastructures for the vulnerable people among others. While you visit Rwanda take part in the Umuganda day to see how the people work hard to maintain a clean and happy environment.