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Kigali: Rwanda’s Vibrant Capital City

Since it became the nation’s capital upon independence in 1962, Kigali, Rwanda, has served as the center of the country’s economy, culture, and transportation. The city has been rapidly expanding and is essentially a display capital meant to awe everyone who visits, including dignitaries, international investors, and regular tourists. One of many memorials, museums, and centers honoring the Rwandan genocide is located in Kigali.

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Kigali Genocide Memorial Center

The Kandt House Museum of Natural History and the National Museum of Rwanda are two more museums. Another venue to see an insight into the life of a dictator is the Presidential Palace Museum, which houses the formal President Habyarimana. A display of apparel from Rwanda is also present. Kigali is particularly popular among long-term expats since it is a clean, comfortable, and tidy city. It is also brimming with Westerners who are enjoying a laid-back lifestyle.

By any measure, this implies that the city is home to a large number of cafeterias, coffee shops, and modern supermarkets that serve this particular group of people. Kigali is a great place to eat for this reason. Some of the best gastronomic experiences in the area are a result of the influence of Belgian cuisine, an abundance of fresh vegetables, freshwater fish, and cows.

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Kimironko Market

All of it is also reasonably priced. Local markets are brimming with apparel, handicrafts, and fabulously bright fabrics from West Africa, among other things made by Rwandans. You may obtain good-quality fruits, vegetables, grains, and other staple goods at Kimironko’s huge market. While in Kigali, one can choose from a variety of class and grade of hotels.

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