WESTERN UGANDA’S AMABERE GA NYINA MWIRU CAVES

Amabere Ga Nyina Mwiru Caves in Western Uganda are frequently visited by tourists, who understand the rich histories behind these Uganda tourist attractions.

An urban area nestled in the Rwenzori Mountains’ foothills is surrounded by a steep greenery. Small, serene, and clean are the most significant characteristics. After being renamed Fort Portal in honor of Sir Gerald Portal, this settlement was initially established as Fort Gerry.

The heart of the Tooro Kingdom is located in Fort Portal, which served as the base for British colonial forces as they safeguarded the then-Omukama (King of Tooro). Omukama Oyo, the current monarch of the Kingdom, is the youngest monarch in history. In 1995, when he was just three years old and his father passed away unexpectedly, he occupied the throne.

The tourism center of the Pearl of Africa is located at Fort Portal town in the Kabarole area. About five national parks—Queen Elizabeth, Murchison, Semliki Valley, Kibale Forest, and Bwindi Impenetrable Forest—can be accessed through it.

The Amabere caverns, waterfall, and three crater lakes are located outside of the town on the western side off the Bundibugyo road. The entrance to the little caves is partially hidden by moss-covered pillars. Waterfalls can be seen in the first cave, which is made more beautiful by the sound of birds chirping. Both stalactites and stalagmites can be found. Because of their resemblance to a woman’s breast, the Indians gave them the name Amabere.

An on-site local guide has entertaining anecdotes about the area’s long-standing heritage. The caves’ surrounding natural splendor is soothing to the mind and soul. It is possible to take nature walks to the adjacent crater lakes, which will enhance your experience. A natural perspective of three crater lakes, Kigere (locally translated as “foot”), Nyabikere (locally translated as “place of frogs”), and Saka is available after a brief, steep ascent. According to a narrative, a man’s footprint was discovered in the cave stones following a volcanic eruption. The lake and story remain, but the footprint vanished.

WRITEN BY: KUZANYA JOHN BOSCO