Nyamata Genocide Memorial Centre, Genocide memorial in Nyamata, Rwanda
Description
The Nyamata Genocide Memorial Centre is a memorial for the genocide of the Tutsi in Nyamata, Eastern Province, Rwanda. The grounds include the former church building, underground crypts, and exhibition spaces containing personal belongings of victims.
History
The building originally served as a Catholic church before becoming the site of mass killings in April 1994. After the genocide, the Rwandan government transformed the church into a memorial to preserve the memory of victims.
Culture
The center preserves personal items and clothing of the deceased, displayed on simple shelves along the walls. Visitors walk through the rooms in silence while guides share names and stories of individual families whose lives ended here.
Practical
Guided tours start at the entrance and lead through the church, exhibition rooms, and burial sites at the back of the grounds. Visitors should wear respectful clothing and prepare for emotionally difficult moments during the walk.
Did you know?
UNESCO declared the site a World Heritage location in 2023 as part of a group of four genocide memorials in Rwanda. The church was intentionally left unaltered after the events, with bullet holes and grenade damage still visible on walls and roof.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Eastern Province).
This collection brings together about thirty places of memory and reflection spread across several continents. Each one shows a moment in history where violence affected people and changed entire areas. These sites remind us of the effects of wars, genocides, and persecutions, while also carrying a...
Kigali Genocide Memorial Centre
24.6 km
Mount Karisimbi
101.2 km
Akagera National Park
91.5 km
Ntarama Genocide Memorial Centre
6.3 km
Murambi Genocide Memorial Centre
67.7 km
Mount Bisoke
102.5 km
Rusumo Falls
81 km
Mount Mikeno
106.9 km
Mount Muhabura
97 km
Mount Sabyinyo
101.1 km
Bisesero Genocide Memorial Centre
84.1 km
Rwanda Cricket Stadium
13.4 km
Gishwati Forest
81.6 km
Mount Gahinga
98.5 km
Rusumo Bridge
81 km
Campaign Against Genocide Museum
21.9 km
Kandt House Museum of Natural History
23 km
Musée Ethnographique
62.4 km
Stade Huye
63.4 km
Inema Art Centre
22.9 km
Umuganda Stadium
106.4 km
Our Lady of Wisdom Cathedral, Butare
64.2 km
Kings Palace Museum Rukari
45.8 km
Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady
38.4 km
Kibuye Genocide Memorial
82.8 km
Mémorial du génocide à Gisenyi
106.3 km
Ntaruka Hydroelectric Power Station
84 km
Rwanda Parliament building
21.9 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes