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Kigali, rwanda

The Kigali Genocide Memorial, located in Kigali, Rwanda, is a powerful tribute to the 1994 Rwandan Genocide, where over 800,000 Tutsi and moderate Hutu were killed. The memorial serves as a museum, education center, and mass burial site, housing the remains of over 250,000 victims. Exhibits include survivor testimonies, photographs, artifacts, and historical accounts explaining the events leading up to, during, and after the genocide. Visitors can also see the Garden of Reflection and the Children’s Room, honoring young victims. Entry is free, but donations support genocide education and survivor programs. Guided tours and audio guides are available, with the best time to visit being year-round. The memorial is easily accessible in central Kigali, just 15 minutes from Kigali International Airport.