It is the capital city of Uganda and was King Muteesa I ’s favorite hunting grounds. Kampala got its name due to the large presence of Impalas. When the British arrived in the area, they called it the Hill of Impalas which in the native local dialect was referred to as Akasozi Kampala. It is the capital city of Uganda and was King Muteesa I ’s favorite hunting grounds. Kampala got its name due to the large presence of Impalas. When the British arrived in the area, they called it the Hill of Impalas which in the native local dialect was referred to as Akasozi Kampala.
Traditionally Kampala was a City of seven Hills but has expanded over time, to include more.
Attractions include;
- The Uganda Museum,
- The Kasubi Tombs (where the Kings of Buganda are buried)
- National Theatre
- The Cathedrals of Lubaga and Namirembe
- The Gadaffi national Mosque
- The Bahai Temple
- The Kabaka’s palace
There’s a lot to do while in Kampala and there is no shortage of decent restaurants. Eating out in Kampala can range from eating in cheap and cheerful hole in the wall joint to the more expensive and up-market restaurants.
There are a lot of Bars and night clubs, Cinemas, Casinos, and Shopping Malls.