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Uganda Martyrs Shrine
Namugongo, Central Uganda, Uganda
Uganda Martyrs Shrine in Namugongo, Central Uganda, is one of the most important Christian pilgrimage sites in Africa.
It commemorates the Uganda Martyrs, a group of young Catholic and Anglican converts who were executed between 1885 and 1887 after refusing to renounce their Christian faith under the rule of Kabaka Mwanga II.
The shrine stands near the site where many of the martyrs were killed and attracts pilgrims from across Uganda and around the world, especially on Uganda Martyrs Day on 3 June each year. Known for its striking basilica, spiritual significance, and historical importance, the shrine serves as a symbol of faith, courage, and religious heritage in Uganda.
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Capital City, Namugongo 11 Km from Kampala, Kampala, Uganda
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