Exploring Kampala: Kasubi Tombs (UNESCO World Heritage site)

I took some time on Uganda's Independence Day holiday to explore Kampala and to learn more about Ugandan history and culture.

One stop was the Kasubi Tombs, a UNESCO World Heritage site where 4 Buganda Kings are buried. See

https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1022/

My guide was so knowledgeable as he discussed the history of the Buganda Kingdom, about each of the four Kings buried here, about the architecture and design of the structure, etc. 

At the conclusion of the visit, I thanked him and commented how informative the tour was. As it turns out - he is a Bugandan Prince! and he had researched and written a book about the Buganda Kingdom! It was one of the books on display at the check-in/ticket counter.  Of course I had to get a copy and have him sign it for me!

at the entrance I was given this "skirt" to wear to show respect while in this sacred and historic place

This building is constructed entirely of plant-based materials.


There were a few art galleries with pictures painted on the barkcloth

See https://drjsmafricanacademicadventures.blogspot.com/2025/10/exploring-kampala-kabaka-palace-royal.html for more about making barkcloth

I purchased this mountain gorilla - in anticipation of my gorilla trekking experience -- looking forward to framing this and displaying at our home on Florida!