Coordinates: 0°20?55 s. w. 32°33?00 E. long / 0.34861° north w. 32.55000° E. d. / 0.34861; 32.55000 (G) (O)
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The Burial Ground of the Buganda Kings at Kasubi (also known as the Ssekabaki Burial Ground) is located on Kasubi Hill in Kampala District and covers an area of about 30 hectares, and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001. A significant part of its territory is used for traditional agriculture.
Description
At the top of the hill is the former palace of the rulers ("kabaka") of Buganda, which was built in 1882 and converted into a royal tomb in 1884. The main building of Muzibu-Azala-Mpanga, which houses four tombs, is circular in shape and ends with a dome. This architectural monument is made of natural materials, mainly wood, straw, reeds, twigs and clay coating.
The kings (kabakas) of Buganda are buried in the tombs:
- Mutesa I (1835-1884) Mwanga II (1867-1903) Daudi Chwa II (1896-1939) Sir Edward Mutesa II (1924-1969).
The main significance of the object is associated with intangible values, such as faith, spirituality, continuity of development and national identity.
Fire
Plan of the main hill according to laser scanning data from early 2009.
On March 16, 2010, at about 8:30 local time, a fire started in the burial area, almost completely destroying this World Heritage site. The cause of the fire remained unknown. The remains of the kings remained untouched by the fire, since the interior of the graves was protected from destruction. The fire occurred amid deteriorating relations between the governments of Uganda and Buganda, in particular due to the events of September 2009. Then, due to riots in the country, the king of Buganda was forced to stop traveling around the country, and some of the journalists who sympathized with him were arrested.
On March 17, Buganda Kabaka Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II and Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni visited the burial site. Hundreds of people also arrived at the fire scene to help salvage what was left of the fire.
During the presidential visit, protests began. Security killed two protesters and wounded five others. Ugandan soldiers and police used tear gas to disperse the crowd, which was made up of the Baganda ethnic group.
The Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Buganda, John Bosco Walusumbi, said on March 17: “The Kingdom is in mourning. There are no words to describe the loss caused by this callous act.”
The Burial Ground of the Buganda Kings at Kasubi (also known as the Ssekabaki Burial Ground) is located on Kasubi Hill in Kampala District and covers an area of about 30 hectares, and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001. A significant part of its territory is used for traditional agriculture.
Description
At the top of the hill is the former palace of the rulers ("kabaka") of Buganda, which was built in 1882 and converted into a royal tomb in 1884. The main building of Muzibu-Azala-Mpanga, which houses four tombs, is circular in shape and ends with a dome. This architectural monument is made of natural materials, mainly wood, straw, reeds, twigs and clay coating.
The kings (kabakas) of Buganda are buried in the tombs:
- Mutesa I (1835-1884)
- Mwanga II (1867-1903)
- Daudi Chwa II (1896-1939)
- Sir Edward Mutesa II (1924-1969).
The main significance of the object is associated with intangible values, such as faith, spirituality, continuity of development and national identity.
Fire
Plan of the main hill according to laser scanning data from early 2009.
On March 16, 2010, at about 8:30 local time, a fire started in the burial area, almost completely destroying this World Heritage site. The cause of the fire remained unknown. The remains of the kings remained untouched by the fire, since the interior of the graves was protected from destruction. The fire occurred amid deteriorating relations between the governments of Uganda and Buganda, in particular due to the events of September 2009. Then, due to riots in the country, the king of Buganda was forced to stop traveling around the country, and some of the journalists who sympathized with him were arrested.
On March 17, Buganda Kabaka Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II and Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni visited the burial site. Hundreds of people also arrived at the fire scene to help salvage what was left of the fire.
During the presidential visit, protests began. Security killed two protesters and wounded five others. Ugandan soldiers and police used tear gas to disperse the crowd, which was made up of the Baganda ethnic group.
The Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Buganda, John Bosco Walusumbi, said on March 17: “The Kingdom is in mourning. There are no words to describe the loss caused by this callous act.”
Introduction
1 Description
2 Fire
3 Gallery
Bibliography
Introduction
The Burial Ground of the Buganda Kings at Kasubi (also known as the Ssekabaki Burial Ground) is located on Kasubi Hill in Kampala District and covers an area of about 30 hectares, and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001. A significant part of its territory is used for traditional agriculture.
1. Description
At the top of the hill is the former palace of the rulers ("kabaka") of Buganda, which was built in 1882 and converted into a royal tomb in 1884. The main building of Muzibu-Azala-Mpanga, which houses four tombs, is circular in shape and ends with a dome. This architectural monument is made of natural materials, mainly wood, straw, reeds, twigs and clay coating.
The kings (kabakas) of Buganda are buried in the tombs:
Mutesa I (1835-1884)
Mwanga II (1867-1903)
Daudi Chwa II (1896-1939)
Sir Edward Mutesa II (1924-1969).
The main significance of the object is associated with intangible values, such as faith, spirituality, continuity of development and national identity.
2. Fire
On March 16, 2010, at about 8:30 local time, a fire started in the burial area, almost completely destroying this World Heritage site. The cause of the fire remained unknown. The remains of the kings remained untouched by the fire, since the interior of the graves was protected from destruction. The fire occurred amid deteriorating relations between the governments of Uganda and Buganda, in particular due to the events of September 2009. Then, due to riots in the country, the king of Buganda was forced to stop traveling around the country, and some of the journalists who sympathized with him were arrested.
On March 17, Buganda Kabaka Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II and Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni visited the burial site. Hundreds of people also arrived at the fire scene to help salvage what was left of the fire.
During the presidential visit, protests began. Security killed two protesters and wounded five others. Ugandan soldiers and police used tear gas to disperse the crowd, which was made up of the Baganda ethnic group.
The Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Buganda, John Bosco Walusumbi, said on March 17: “The Kingdom is in mourning. There are no words to describe the loss caused by this callous act.”
3. Gallery
Stuffed leopard that belonged to one of the kings
Burial place
Laser scanning data from early 2009.
Kasubi Tombs website
Bibliography:
UNESCO Tombs of Buganda Kings at Kasubi (English).
UNESCO World Heritage Committee Inscribes 31 New Sites on the World Heritage List (English).
Kabaka Mutebi II visits Kasubi tombs (English). The New Vision.
Kabaka, Museveni, Besigye visit burnt Kasubi tombs (English).
"Two dead" in protests after Uganda tomb fire.
Riots after fire guts Uganda tombs. Al Jazeera.
Three killed in Kampala clashes after royal mausoleum destroyed by fire (English).
The Tombs of the Buganda Kings on Kasubi Hill in Uganda are the largest center of spiritual life for local residents who have preserved their traditions and culture. The burial site occupies almost 30 hectares of slope, most of which is arable land cultivated using traditional methods.
At its center on the summit is the Kabakas Palace, built in 1882 and converted into a royal tomb in 1884. Unfortunately, the tombs were completely destroyed by fire in March 2010, just eight years after being designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Fortunately, all the traditions and architectural skills of the local people have been preserved, and the necessary skills still allow the tomb to be completely restored. 
The complex consists of four royal tombs, where the last of the kings was buried only 40 years ago. All the princes and princesses, descendants of the four Kabacas kings, are also buried behind the main shrine. 
The main building is circular in shape with a large dome, built from timber, bamboo and a thatched roof using a unique construction method from the 13th century. In the developed kingdom of Buganda, they built such structures very well, passing on the traditions to their ancestors. However, since 1938, some modern materials, like concrete columns, have been added to prevent the tombs from deteriorating due to age. 
Over the centuries, the tombs have suffered greatly from rain and termites. During the past 16 years, the graves have burned three times. The first fire broke out in 1998 and burned the building to the ground. It was restored, but without a thatched roof due to lack of money. In 2010, the second fire, the most destructive, destroyed two huts and caused the most severe damage. 
Currently there is little to see here as the fire has caused extensive damage and it is unclear when the reconstruction will be completed. This does not mean that visitors should bypass the Kasubi Tombs, as professional guides and caretakers can tell you a lot and provide an excellent tour.
Plan
Introduction
1 Description
2 Fire
3 Gallery
Bibliography
Introduction
The Burial Ground of the Buganda Kings at Kasubi (also known as the Ssekabaki Burial Ground) is located on Kasubi Hill in Kampala District and covers an area of about 30 hectares, and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001. A significant part of its territory is used for traditional agriculture.
1. Description
At the top of the hill is the former palace of the rulers ("kabaka") of Buganda, which was built in 1882 and converted into a royal tomb in 1884. Main building Muzibu-Azala-Mpanga, which houses four tombs, has a round shape and ends with a dome. This architectural monument is made of natural materials, mainly wood, straw, reeds, twigs and clay coating.
The kings (kabakas) of Buganda are buried in the tombs:
Mutesa I (1835-1884)
Mwanga II (1867-1903)
· Daudi Chwa II (1896-1939)
· Sir Edward Mutesa II (1924-1969).
The main significance of the object is associated with intangible values, such as faith, spirituality, continuity of development and national identity.
On March 16, 2010, at about 8:30 local time, a fire started in the burial area, almost completely destroying this World Heritage site. The cause of the fire remained unknown. The remains of the kings remained untouched by the fire, since the interior of the graves was protected from destruction. The fire occurred amid deteriorating relations between the governments of Uganda and Buganda, in particular due to the events of September 2009. Then, due to riots in the country, the king of Buganda was forced to stop traveling around the country, and some of the journalists who sympathized with him were arrested.
On March 17, Buganda Kabaka Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II and Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni visited the burial site. Hundreds of people also arrived at the fire scene to help salvage what was left of the fire.
During the presidential visit, protests began. Security killed two protesters and wounded five others. Ugandan soldiers and police used tear gas to disperse the crowd, which was made up of the Baganda ethnic group.
The Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Buganda, John Bosco Walusumbi, said on March 17: “The Kingdom is in mourning. There are no words to describe the loss caused by this callous act.”
3. Gallery
· Stuffed leopard that belonged to one of the kings
· Burial place
· Laser scanning data from early 2009.
Kasubi Tombs website
Bibliography:
1. UNESCO Tombs of Buganda Kings at Kasubi (English).
2. UNESCO World Heritage Committee Inscribes 31 New Sites on the World Heritage List (English).
4. Kabaka Mutebi II visits Kasubi tombs (English). The New Vision.
5. Kabaka, Museveni, Besigye visit burnt Kasubi tombs (English).
6. "Two dead" in protests after Uganda tomb fire (English).
7. Riots after fire guts Uganda tombs (English). Al Jazeera.
8. Three killed in Kampala clashes after royal mausoleum destroyed by fire (English).