Lubaga (Rubaga) Cathedral
The Catholic cathedral of Uganda, a twin-towered Romanesque-style building on Lubaga Hill, where the remains of the first African Catholic bishop are interred.
The Lubaga Cathedral of St. Mary was completed in 1925 and serves as the Catholic cathedral of the Kampala Archdiocese. Its twin towers, red-brick façade, and stained-glass windows are impressive. The site was originally the palace of Kabaka Mutesa I of Buganda, and it was later given to the White Fathers. Inside the cathedral lies Kiwanuka, the first Catholic bishop of local origin in sub-Saharan Africa, and there is a stained-glass window commemorating the Uganda Martyrs. Entry is free, and it is open during the day. The view from the top of Lubaga Hill is good, and the cathedral can be visited together with Namirembe Cathedral.
Opening hours
Open during the day
Nearby sights
- Bulange
- Kabaka's Lake
- Lubiri (Mengo Palace) & Idi Amin Torture Chambers
- Namirembe Cathedral (St. Paul's)
- Uganda National Mosque (Gaddafi Mosque)
- Owino Market (St. Balikuddembe Market)
- Kasubi Tombs
- Nakasero Market