Kigali Genocide Memorial 

Kigali Genocide Memorial is Rwanda's principal memorial site dedicated to the victims of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi. Located in Kigali, the memorial serves as a place of remembrance, education, and reflection.

 

About the Memorial

 

Opened in 2004 to commemorate the tenth anniversary of the genocide.

 

Final resting place for more than 250,000 victims.

 

Features permanent exhibitions documenting the events leading to and during the genocide.

 

Includes memorial gardens designed for reflection and remembrance.

 

Serves as an educational center promoting peace, reconciliation, and the prevention of future atrocities.

 

The memorial is one of Rwanda's most visited historical sites and provides visitors with a profound understanding of the country's history, resilience, and journey toward national unity.