Where Am I Going?

Size:

Uganda is an African country of about 236,000 square miles that lies across the equator at the northwest shore of Lake Victoria. There are about 25 million people living in Uganda. Its neighbors are Sudan, Kenya, Tanzania, Democratic Republic of Congo, and Rwanda.

Attractions:

Uganda is best known for the wildlife in its national parks. Tourist agencies are readily available in Kampala (the capital city) to arrange a wide variety of adventures in and around Uganda-- the favorite being the safari in which you can see elephants, lions, water buffalo, antelope, and my personal favorite, giraffes! Uganda is also home to Lake Victoria, the Rwenzori Mountains, and the rare mountain gorillas. The country's economic system is mainly based on agriculture and tourism.

Temperatures:

The coldest months of the year are March-May. During these months the temperature fall to around 60 at night, and it rises into the upper 70s during the day. During the warmer winter months of December-February, temperatures reach about 90 with moderate humidity.

Time:

Uganda is eight hours ahead of EST and nine hours ahead of Central time. Year-round the sun rises between 6 and 7am and sets between 7-7:30pm. Uganda does not participate in Daylight Savings Time.

Language:

The official languages of Uganda are English, Luganda, and Swahili. There are also about 45 other tribal languages used. As English is the language of secondary and university education, many Ugandans in Kampala speak English.