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Neighboring Countries
The Republic of Rwanda borders Uganda, Tanzania, Burundi, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Major Cities
- Kigali (capital)
- Huye
- Kibuye
Rwanda is located near the Equator in east Africa, and features a subtropical climate. The terrain is mountainous with savannas along the east. The mountains along the west are the Albertine Rift Mountains, with its highest point, Mount Karisimbi standing 4,705 meters (14,757 feet) above sea level. The Virunga volcano chain is located along the northwestern part of the country. Other terrain in Rwanda include savanna, swamps, and hills.
Rwanda is a landlocked country with several rivers and large lakes. The main rivers of Rwanda include the Nyabarongo, the longest in the country, and the Kagera. Some of Rwanda's important lakes are Lake Tanganyika, Lake Victoria, Lake Burera and Lake Ruhondo. Lake Kivu, the country's largest lake, is also one of the world's deepest lakes.
Points of Interest
Rwanda is home to many natural sites of scenic wonder, including its many lakes, forests, and mountains. The Parc National des Volcans, a national park of Rwanda, is home to mountain gorillas which can be seen on one of the many treks offered. The Nyungwe Forest is a mountain rainforest, home to a large population of chimpanzees. Akagera National Park near Kigali is home to a variety of wildlife including giraffes, zebras, and hippos, and other animals typical of African safaris.
The rapidly developing capital city, Kigali, offers a palace museum and cultural experiences, as well as dining and lodging. Some important places to visit to learn about Rwanda's civil war history are the several genocide memorials, including the Nyamata Genocide Memoria, Ntarama Genocide Memorial, and the Genocide Memorial in Kigali.
Transportation
The main airport of Rwanda is in Kigali, which offers international flights to Brussels and Amsterdam, as well as several African cities like Johannesburg and Addis Adaba. Bus is a good way to get into Rwanda from neighboring countries, including Uganda, Tanzania, and Burundi. In towns, there are bicycle taxis called taxi-velo, motorcycle taxis called taxi-moto, and sometimes car taxis. There are also minibuses called Matatu throughout the country.
Rwanda's road network includes paved roads between major cities, including the capital, Kigali, to several cities and locations across its borders.
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Last Updated on: July 06, 2020
Facts about Rwanda
Official Name
Republic of Rwanda
ContinentAfrica
Lat Long2 00 S, 30 00 E
Area10,169 sq mi (26,338 sq km)
Population11262564
CapitalKigali
Largest CityKigali
Major ReligionRoman Catholic 49.5%, Protestant 39.4% (includes Adventist 12.2% and other Protestant 27.2%), other Christian 4.5%, Muslim 1.8%, animist 0.1%, other 0.6%, none 3.6% (2001), unspecified 0.5% (2002 est.)
National Day1 July (1962)
Form of GovernmentUnitary semi-presidential republic
PresidentPaul Kagame
Vice PresidentNA
Prime MinisterEdouard Ngirente
CurrencyRwandan franc (RWF)
GDP$16.368 billion (2013 Est.)
Calling Code250
Time ZoneCAT (UTC+2)
Internet TLD.rw