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Jinja City

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Jinja: Discover the Heart of Busoga Location
Written by: Charlotte Beauvoisin – Diary of a Jinja is located on the shores of Lake Victoria,
Muzungu Uganda & East Africa Travel Blog in south-eastern Uganda. As the district’s
(diaryofamuzungu.com) largest metropolitan area, Jinja is considered
the capital of the Kingdom of Busoga.
Jinja is a vibrant town with a rich history
and a wealth of attractions, making it ideal Quick Facts
for a weekend out of town and an essential
stop on any tour of Uganda. It is Uganda’s - Distance from Kampala: 87 km
second largest town and commercial - Approx. Drive Time from Kampala: 2 hours
centre after Kampala, and the gateway
to the source of the River Nile, and often - Average Temperature: 22.8°C (73.0°F)
referred to as the Adventure Capital of East - Elevation: 1171 metres
Africa. Whether you’re an adventure seeker,
a history buff or just want to relax by the wa- - Latitude and Longitude: 00 27N, 033 11E
ter, Jinja offers something for everyone. The
annual Nyege Nyege Festival attracts music - Population (2024 census): 290,000
lovers from across Uganda and around the - Monarch: Kyabazinga (King) Wilberforce
world to the banks of the Nile at Jinja. Gabula Nadiope IV

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