Kigali

An obvious reason to visit Kigali is its role during in the infamous genocide of 1994, and there are numerous sites within the city to commemorate the darkest days in the nation's history including the Genocide Memorial Centre and a number of massacre sites.

There's so much more to Rwanda's capital than its dark past however, from its diverse selection of galleries to bustling markets and its growing Muslim quarter.

World class restaurants, quaint cafes, walking tours, and the all-important wheels of government can also be experienced. A perfect place from which to launch day tours to nearby towns or even Akagera National Park, Kigali is a charming city with a lot to love about it.