Ntarama Genocide Memorial Centre, Memorial site in Bugesera District, Rwanda.
The Ntarama Genocide Memorial Centre displays personal belongings, clothing, and identity cards of 5,000 victims who perished at this former Catholic church.
In April 1994, thousands of Tutsi citizens sought protection in this church building, where they were attacked with grenades, spears, and other weapons.
The memorial serves as one of Rwanda's six national genocide sites, preserving evidence and educating visitors about the consequences of ethnic discrimination.
Located 30 kilometers south of Kigali, the memorial centre maintains regular visiting hours and provides guided tours in multiple languages.
The original church structure remains unaltered since 1994, with visible damage from grenades and preserved bloodstains on the walls as physical documentation.
Location: Bugesera District
Location: Eastern Province
Inception: April 14, 1995
GPS coordinates: -2.11259,30.05010
Latest update: May 12, 2025 02:29
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