The Uganda Equator
By:
ojiambo Chrispinous
On
15/06/2025Heart of the Earth
The Uganda Equator is located in Kayabwe, a small town along the Kampala–Masaka Highway (about 72 km southwest of Kampala).
🌍 Location: Kayabwe, Mpigi District, Central Uganda
🛣️ Distance: Approximately 1.5–2 hours drive from Kampala
📍 Coordinates: Near 0° latitude (the actual equatorial line)
This spot is a popular stopover for travelers going to western or southwestern Uganda (to places like Lake Mburo, Queen Elizabeth, or Bwindi), making it a convenient and fascinating tourist stop to stand with one foot in the Northern Hemisphere and the other in the Southern Hemisphere!
Discover the equator on a day trip from Kampala. Stand with one foot in the northern hemisphere and the other in the southern hemisphere. Enjoy a guided tour of the equator and a delicious lunch.
Take a tour of this place
Nakasero Craft Market kampala
Nakasero Craft Market (Nakasero Market) – Kampala’s Premier Tourist Stop
📍 Location & Overview
Nestled at the foot of Nakasero Hill in central Kampala, just off Entebbe Road
Established in 1895 and relocated to its current spot in 1927, making it the city’s oldest and one of the largest markets
🎨 What You’ll Find
Arts & Crafts: Hand-beaded jewelry, woven baskets, carved wood figures, pottery, fabrics like kitenge and gomesi – ideal souvenirs
Fresh Produce & Spices: Morning stalls burst with local fruits (mangoes, pineapples, matoke), vegetables, and herbs – a sensory delight
Street Food: Try local snacks like gonja (plantain), samosas, chapati, Rolex (egg wrap), and lapena from high-turnover vendors
Cultural Experience
Engage with welcoming vendors—many enjoy sharing the story behind their crafts .
Enjoy people-watching—the market it is a microcosm of Kampala’s daily life.
Nakasero Market isn’t just about crafts—it’s a full cultural immersion: fresh local food, vibrant colours, authentic connections, and perfect souvenirs await early-bird tourists.