Rwanda plans cultural centre in bid to attract more tourists
Plans are in the works to build a cultural tourism site in an attempt to attract more tourists to the African nation of Rwanda.
To be housed in the northern district of Rulindo, a RWF284.8m (US$500,000, €367,000, £292,000) museum is currently under construction, which will show the evolution of Rwanda from ancient times up to the modern day.
The site – chosen because of the footprint of King Ruganzu Ndoli II who ruled the country back in the 17th century – will look at how traditional culture was interrupted by colonialism and what effect that has had on the country up until today.
There will be a significant exhibition dedicated to the former King Ruganzu who, according to history, is synonymous with “magic powers”.
The site will also include mock-ups of historical buildings, including a traditional thatched house and iron-sheeted round house to show the evolution of buildings over time.
Rulindo district mayor, Justus Kangwage said that the main reason behind the centre’s construction is to showcase history-based tourism.
"Cultural tourism is part of the wider efforts to diversify tourism in the country,” said Kangawe. “The museum will show the mode of production in ancient history and how livestock farming has evolved. We will also highlight Rwandan values from the pre-colonial to post- colonial period.”
Kangawe added that the site was also chosen because it links Rulindo with Gakenke District and has other historical attractions which will help boost tourism in the two areas of Rwanda.
The first phase of the construction will be completed in mid-July while a second phase of development will be completed in August upon which time the museum will officially open.
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