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Rwanda

A FABULOUS DAY TOUR IN KIGALI

5th July 2015 – 16:33

Kigali is the capital city of Rwanda with a vibrant commercial centre. It is clean, safe and is full of amazing historical sites. It became the capital of Rwanda in 1962 and coincidently, it is the year I was born. Something to remember!

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In Kigali, mototaxi  is the main mode of transportation. It is the fastest and the most convenient way to move around. I would not say it is hazard free, but the moto drivers and passengers are required to wear a helmet. Well, it does not matter where you are, you will always find a mototaxi that is very keen to take you. Make sure you negotiate the price of the ride before you get on it. It can be incredibly more expensive  if you are a muzungu, a white person.

imageYou can also visit Gesozi Genocide Memorial Centre in Kigali.

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Accommodation

ACCOMMODATION

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5th July 2015

We, the GLP teachers, stay in the hotel Le Printemps in Kigali. The Rwandans read “La Printa.”  It is very important to know how to pronounce the name of the hotel, just in case you get lost in the town and need some directions from the locals.

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The hotel is clean, the staff is friendly and the location is excellent.  I enjoyed the surrounding area where I  could have access to everything I needed.

There are restaurants, food shops and many banks. But I advise you may need a lot of patience. It takes about one hour to get your meal prepared and  the Banks electronic system can be very slow.  Can you wait?

I also treated myself a couple of times in a lovely saloon for a manicure and a pedicure.  It is just across the street. It has talented and kind staff. I think you have to remind them to start the pedicure first, so that it can dry while your manicure is done. Well, I did not notice it until the lady asked if I had my flip-flop with me. Of course not!

Well, as I said the location brings all the facilities,  such as  a very busy bus station. It is Kimirongo (some people say Chimirongo) and at the back of the station you will find the famous and alive market with the same name. Kimirongo market is a gem!

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