Hightlight
- Monument / Museum
Perched on a quiet hillside in Gisozi, the Kigali Genocide Memorial is a place of profound dignity and solemn reflection that serves as the heart of Rwanda’s journey toward healing. The memorial gardens are beautifully maintained, providing a peaceful space for visitors to process the weight of the history documented within the museum’s walls. Through powerful exhibits and personal testimonies, the site honors the over 250,000 victims buried here, telling a story of tragic loss and incredible national resilience. It is not just a place of mourning, but an educational center dedicated to peace-building and the promise of ‘Never Again.’ A visit here is a deeply moving experience that provides essential context for the modern, unified Rwanda you see today.
- Where it is: Located in the Gisozi district of Kigali.
- What you can expect to see: Documentary exhibits, memorial gardens, and the mass graves of over 250,000 victims.
- How much it is to get in: Free (Donations encouraged).
- What people say: People describe it as a deeply emotional and necessary experience to understand Rwanda’s resilience.
- Interesting fact: The memorial serves as a permanent testament to ‘Never Again’ and peace-building.
