Munyonyo Martyrs' Shrine
The starting point of the Uganda Martyrs' story on the shore of Lake Victoria. It was raised to a minor basilica in 2015 and has a modern new church.
Munyonyo is where, in 1886, King Mwanga II ordered the arrest of Christian pages at his lakeside residence, which set off the martyrdom. Pope Francis visited in 2015 and elevated the site to a minor basilica. The grounds include a modern new church, statues of the martyrs, and a commemorative path, and the site is close to Lake Victoria. Entry is free. It can be combined with lakeside resorts and boat trips on the lake. It is in Munyonyo in the south of the city, about 12 km from the city center.
Opening hours
Open during the day
Nearby sights
- Kabaka's Lake
- Lubiri (Mengo Palace) & Idi Amin Torture Chambers
- Uganda National Cultural Centre
- Nakasero Market
- Owino Market (St. Balikuddembe Market)
- Independence Monument
- Uganda National Mosque (Gaddafi Mosque)
- Lubaga (Rubaga) Cathedral