Mbarara
Town in Western Uganda
A large town in the west of Uganda being the crossroads for travel to either Kabale or Kasese. An important crossroads for travellers heading between Kampala or Lake Mburo National Park and Queen Elizabeth National Park or Bwindi and Mgahinga in the far southwest, Mbarara is also the largest town in Western Uganda. Although there is little of interest to see for most travellers, the town is still an important transport hub and has a good choice of shops, banks and general services.
Background
Mbarara is a town in southwestern Uganda , located about 266km from Kampala . It is the main municipality of Mbarara District . It is also the largest urban centre in Western Uganda. Mbarara is an important transport hub , lying west of Masaka on the road to Kabale , near Lake Mburo National Park .
In April, 2005, the municipal council began laying down tarmac on the 2.4km Victor Bwana road. Mbarara has a number of streets which include Mbarara High Street, Mbaguta Street, Bishop Wills Street, Garage Street, Markhan Singh Street, Bulemba Road and Bucuku Street.
Background
Mbarara is the home of Mbarara University of Science & Technology , founded in 1989. There were many educational institutions well before then, including Bishop Stewart Teacher Training College, Maryhill High School for Girls, and for boys Mbarara High School and Ntare School.
At independence these were state boarding schools whose pupils went on to make major contributions to Uganda today, including President Museveni (Ntare), The Hon. Sam Kuteesa, Minister of Foreign Affairs (MHS) and the academic Dr. Sam Nahamya (MHS).
The name 'Mbarara' has its roots in the English Colonialist's mispronunciation of the word 'Mburara' a certain type of grass. This area is Ankole cattle country – Mbarara was formerly the capital for the southern region.
Distance from Kampala is 282km with a journey time of approximately 3 hours.
Accommodation
Mbarara is a bustling town in western Uganda that offers a range of accommodation options to suit different preferences and budgets. Visitors to Mbarara can choose from luxury hotels, guesthouses, lodges, and budget-friendly hostels. Many of the accommodations offer comfortable rooms, modern amenities, and warm hospitality to ensure a pleasant stay for guests.
Must-see Attractions
Source of the Nile
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Must-do Activities
White Water Rafting
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