Kigali

Kigali is one of Africa's cleanest and safest capitals, spread across verdant hills with a cosmopolitan atmosphere that belies Rwanda's compact size.

The Kigali Genocide Memorial provides essential context for understanding modern Rwanda, while craft markets, art galleries and the vibrant Nyamirambo neighbourhood showcase contemporary culture.

Excellent hotels and restaurants make Kigali the natural start or end point for gorilla trekking, Akagera safaris and Lake Kivu escapes.