Kigali Genocide Memorial in Cyangugu

Its a place to be as it has a way of making ones realises the fact that peace is better than war. War benefits no one, not even the victorious.

Historical place/ Museum to remember what happened in 1994 Genocide

Heartwrenching and emotional visit.

To understand Rwanda and your experience of Kigali you MUST visit the memorial museum. You will need a strong stomach, though.

It is a great place filled with important history, which teaches us that we must be united, and love each other

Fascinating to read and see stories of the people of KinyaRwanda. What they went through and how things are now. This is truly touching.Also you cannot take pictures inside. Only outside the premises.If you want to understand the history youcan either come with a tour guide, which we did, or you can pay $10 for a translating device.

No one wants to experience a visit to such a memorial, but everyone should. There are no words by which to talk about something so at the edge of sanity, but which we need to all take collective responsibility for.

Really powerful museum and although it breaks your to pieces it also a place where you find hope. A community that shows how resilient Africans how and how colonization has played a key role in trying to divide and conquer.

What an incredible experience! You need 1.5hrs to 2 hrs at this museum. The lay out of the museum is self-explanatory, with reading in English, some French and The local language available. Do take a walk outside at the memorial tombstones. Here we recommend asking a guide such as: Claude Mugabe who is a survivor or similar, to share their story and the importance of why we should remember and revisit these places. It really rounds off the whole experience getting a guide for this portion. Take a coffee afterwards at the coffee shop, it takes time to get these drinks. The graphics and information can be overwhelming.

Interesting, wonderful place to visit but if u know you are emotional pls dont see the children arena because it is so sad reading or listening to how those little ones where murder in cold blood.They have wonderful staff.

Great place to visit to understand the history of Rwanda, a beautiful country with an unfortunate history of Genocide. The Kigali genocide memorial captures and tells a story of what happened in April 1994 when the government launched an onslaughted on the minority clan. Its really sad because to this day there has not been an form of retribution to the victims who remain. Great place to visit.

Great, very emotional place to visit and learn about the genocide in Rwanda around 1995, the things that led to it and in the end helped to reform the country to what it is now. Arthur & Marian

In the memorial your mind travels through a lot of emotions. Its unbelievable how such a genocide could happen. It shows you the tremendous failures of the United nations and the Western world.

My visit to KGM was very humbling and educational for me.We went through a security check before entering into the premises.We then proceeded to the reception where we received by a Man (his welcome was very refreshingand he gave us a flier for the memorial (picture attached).Theres no entry fee but youre advised to make a donation to the foundation that caters to the families affected by the Genocide in 1994, theres a audio guide (20,000RWFalso available in English that would give more information about the different spots in the memorial.Theres a briefing room where you watch a clip of the major events that shaped the country we love to visit today.We walked through the different spots that highlighted major events pre, during and post genocideTheres a shop where you can get crafts and souvenirs, theres a Cafe where you can get drinks and light food.I left a better perspectives to life, and I wish all who lost their lives eternal rest.

Telling the story the Rwandan way, learned alot and corrected many misconceptions I had about the genocide.#Never_Forgotten

A great reminder to horrors of government sponsored killing of its people.

Kigali Genocide memorial is a great place to learn about the history of Rwanda before the genocide, during and after.

Thank you the Government and people of Rwanda for conserving this history and making sure that the rest of the world can visit and learn from this sad episode of your countrys history. I hope never again shall this ever happen again in the land of thousand hills.

It was a surreal experience. I thought I knew much about the history until I visited myself. Its a must visit but prepare yourself mentally and emotionally. The history can leave you weak in the knees and extremely tearful. Please visit and support!

Very great experience. History well told and preserved. I learnt first hand what happened versus what i was being told by friends.Rwandan govt has done well to have kept rhis place

A very heavy experience, one every one should pay tribute to while in Rwanda. The historical information was extremely informative and incredibly moving. The grounds and cafe are a nice place for reflection.

Its really an emotional 😭 site.Its best to have a tour guide to appreciate the pictures and the event that took place during the genocide.You will definitely appreciate the people, government and President Paul Kagame for their efforts and true reconciliation post the genocide era.You will understand the reason why the people behaves calmly, respectful and a sign of actions regret. Every one is behaving very obedient.The people wouldnt appreciate you to ask them whos Hutu or Tutsi among them, theyre simply Rwandans. Theyve mended fences and wants to forge ahead.

Remarkable historical memorial centre that holds immense significance and emotions to Rwandans. I have always heard about the memorial centre but my visit here was more than I could ever have anticipated

This is a notable place to visit not just for the memories but to motivate the Ubuntu culture among us all.Its a pretty quiet place, you start your journey from the reception where you are either escorted (if you wantfor the rest of the visit or you pay for an audio guide (genius idea).Its a small audioplayer with numbers that gives you stories that tally with the numbers of the area you visit when you punch in these numbers.Go for the audio, it helps you move at your pace and it helps contribute to the memorial.You have over 25 points to visit while the audio/your guide gives you details.It features the name list of the departed, some graves, some symbolic creations with explanations to follow, a lot of images, some videos, clothings and more.Its best experienced in person.I believe everyones experience here differs...If youre emotional, you may shed a few tears.If youre prone to anger you may have some strong feelings of anger as you move along.But please do remember to see beyond what you see and learn the essence of the memorial to the people and the world at large.Reviewers Note:I understand this is a very sensitive place to discuss, in case I may have offended or upset anyone/authority by my review/images attached, please know that this was not done as a reason to spite.Please, leave me a message and I will take it down asap.Thank you.

Beautiful placesJarring but splendidly told story of horror and amazing recoveryRwanda is like a phoenixKudos to the tourism team 👏

You cannot leave Kigali without visiting the museum. What a way to tell the story of a country that has risen above all the pain and terror. Have your tissue and hankies handy. So many lives lost to evil propaganda. The story starts at the very beginning of colonisation to the reconciliation process. Not to be missed. Lessons to be learned...major one is we are all human...First. there were evil religious leaders who killed innocents and there were heroic religious leaders who saved. In the end, it is not our religion or tribe that matters...but our humanity. This fact has driven the policies of Rwanda especially on religion, which i wish can be applied to my country...Entrance is free..They simply asked for donations.They also asked that if you must take photos, you should also donate. I could not take photos of so many things. Gosh..not sure I could. But I took of some quotes on the walls.We are all one.

A definite must-go place when in Rwanda 🇷🇼 As a student of life, I was taken to another level with what I learnt. You come out a changed person. The experience of just going through the Memorial was exceptional!

Saddest place I have ever visited. It has two parts - the musuem and memorial ground. Both areas give details on how the genocide in Rwanda started and what transpired. The most painful part is inside the museum where youd see pictures of children killed. More than 1 milion people were killed during this genocide. I am glad Rwanda has chosen to heal and move past this unlike some countries I know.

A magnificent experience, educative, sobbering, chilling and balanced narrative of the before, during and after genocide.The room of Wasted Future would bring tears to your eyes.A detailed, neatly and beautifully crafted memorial center.

Visiting the memorial is an intense experience but a very important thing to do if you wish to understand where the country is coming from and how they got to where they are todayIts horrifying to see what people can do to each other but the essence of the memorial is to remind every human to be watchful and speak up when something is out of placeI am glad it gives survivors a place to go to remember and be with their loved onesEntry is based on donations

It was a moment of heart break for me. From the reception when I watched the video of all that transpired till when I went to the graves of those innocent children and parents that were murdered with machetes and grenades.The place is perfectly kept for the future and I learnt a lot from what I saw. The citizens of Rwanda, Kigali will always remember that day and learn to be at peace with each other and show respect for humanity irrespective of their tribes, tongues and languages. Even those of us that came to see the place we go back home and show respect for humanity. We are all one.God bless Rwanda

It was tough relating with what I saw and heard at the Kigali Genocide Memorial center. I kept asking, "did these really happen?"The centre did a god job presenting the events in order, before the genocide, the cause/trigger, during the Genocide, after, and responses from different bodies afterwards.A lot to write about the experience, really, so difficult to believe what I saw and read happened 😪

Oh my GodI side here I got to know and Learn more than I have heard.I got to understand why in present day there are no tribes in Rwanda.It is these tribal or class issues that brought about division to the point of losing lives a 5hing 5gat grew into the genocide.It was just one hundred days of blood shed but claimed more than millions of lives.Anywhere let me guide you about the place.first and foremost you will have to go through the security and then head to the reception. Entrance into the memorial and its museum is free. But if you need a quick guide in English you can pay a few dollars (I dont remember the exact amount but it was not more than twenty dollarsthis is like an ear piece which guide you through the memorial museum.The walk through the museum starts with a short movie which is about ten minutes long which gives a highlight of what is inside. At this very first place, I was all tears and tears. Till the last bit. It also ends with a short movie still showing the life after the genocide.The mass graves are out and the rose gardens tooo.Around this place, a peace school has been built o as to promote unity and for all people to leave as one.From this place I recommend that one heads to the museum that is against the genocideHere is the base where they started the movement to stop the genicide. There is great history and evidence of what really happened. It is found at the parliament of Rwanda

Hmm.This is the final resting place of victims of the genocide that happened in 1994.It was a sad moment going through the archives and reading gory tales of what happened and how it began.The government has made deliberate efforts in giving everyone a closure as it has dedicated some days of the year for all to remember and families can visit the memorial to reminisce memories of their loved ones who were lost during the incident.The government also set up a commission which has made inquiries and tried the masterminds and participants, some are currently in prison.Never again should we kill ourselves.Let love lead.

Not your typical review, a must see..A very sobering experience to see what our fellow man kind can do to each other at our worst which makes me wonder what could we do together at our best if everyone decided to focus on what unites us instead of what devides usOver 1 million lives, lost in 100 daysThis was pure evil motivated by selfish greed & power, let’s choose to be selfless & think of another before ourself & make this world a better place.

It was really a Thrilling experience after seeing the History of Genocide in Rwanda. I pay homage to Victims of this inhumane act. The place is very nicely maintened with beautiful landscaping around. Love to visit again.

The sombre mood at this place can never be erased. Its a sad story, very painful. Human should never do such a thing. Thanks to the groups that have managed to manage and maintain the area. The grounds are well and neatly maintained.

This rich culture of Rwanda is built on the sad history we learnt here. Its how amazing however how they rebuilt the country from nothing. Its free entry but you can make willing donations. You also have options of audiovisual aids at 20USD

Stories.Pain.Strength.Success.Triumph.These were the things that flashed through my mind all through the time I was there.I read different stories of the genocide and I cant fathom how the mind of humans could have worked that badly against one another.I look at the progress that Rwanda has made post genocide and I can say that there is a way to build and restore no matter how bad and tough the seasons have been.Its a place worth visiting when you go to Rwanda. So much lessons and fresh insights for me.

This is definitely a place to see if you ever make it to Kigali. Seeing the memorial helped me understand the people of Rwanda even more. The memorial is open to everyone and is absolutely free of charge. One is welcome to make donations to the up keep of memorial itself or to the people who lost their relatives during the period of the genocide. There is a small optional digital hand held audio device that explains what one is looking at every point on the memorial ground. It cost 15 USD to use the optional audio device for East Africans and 25 USD to all other visitors. Its free to take pictures on the memorial grounds but it cost 20 USD to take pictures inside the main building where the exhibits are. Dont forget to come along with tissues, the probability of you crying is high.

An emotional and profound experience visiting this memorial. Highly recommended to tourist who would like to learn more in the history or Rwanda.

This very moving place is well worth a visit. It tells the story well and provides lessons for us all.Our guide gave us an hour. We stayed for 90 mins and I would recommend budgeting for 2 hours.

This is a must visit place for anyone visiting Rwanda. The place contains the history of the people of Rwanda and how far they have come. Its is a great educational facility and it would be worth while to attend the peace school thats located there so as to get more insights on the importance of peace and unity for a country. As the people there say UBUNTU which means being human and having the compassion for your fellow man.

This is a beautiful and sensitive memorial. It is at times horrifying, but never in a way that should put anyone off visiting. The final room about children is hard to go through. Good facilities including an excellent cafe with good lunches and drinks. Plenty of space to wander around outside and sit and reflect in peace.

I love this place because it helps remind me of what has happened here and also appreciate what the current government is doing to make sure the land heals and moves on from the point where they were. It speaks on the need for love, inclusiveness and also the need to reject hate speech. Africans should learn from what has happened here so it doesnt repeat itself elsewhere, we should also learn how and what they are doing to heal. There is an audio guide to explain every point, its meaning and significant. There is also a map guide to show you land marks and all

I have made more than 5 trips to Kigali in the last 3 years. I have visited Kigali Memorial Centre on every visit. Its the place to visit to pay respect to the vicitims of the genocide and also the recovery process Rwanda has taken since the genocide.The centre also has a section on genocides in other parts of the world. There is a resource centre within if youd like to read more. Theres a cafe as well as a sourvenir shop.The staff of the centre are very welcoming. Taking photos outside the centre is free but inside its not. It cost $10 for East Africans and $20 (If I remember wellfor other nationalities. Special devices for audio narration is also available ( I dont remember how much it cost).

Very informative and moving site dedicated to the genocide of Tutsis in 1994. The museum part gives a thorough and engaging history of events leading up to the crimes, dating back to colonial times, through the event itself and how it was carried out, especially on everyday people, to the attempts at reconciliation. Do not miss when visiting Rwanda.

There is no charge for the walking tour. There is a lot to see and learn about. There is an audio tour you can buy also that we saw many people taking. I learned a lot about the history behind the genocide and also how the country began to rebuild after. Such a heartbreaking history for Rwanda but so many important lessons for all people of all nations.

Is always sad to hear about this great killing of people leaving family with tears after loosing their loved ones. But also I like fact that the process of reconciliation have going on since then to-date. Moreover how the pictures, videos, remains of close to everything that was found is kept in good condition, way and in their origin shapes.May God bless all who are doing this great work.

Surreal. Vivid. Deeply touching. Emotional.That describes my experience at the memorial. Inside the well kept compound, you get immersed in the largely unspoken history and experiences of the people of Rwanda. If peace and quiet is all you want, the gardens give you that. Plus the café is also a great place to hang out.