Uganda countryside

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

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November 7th 2017
Gorillas. Today I am going to go trekking for gorillas. Everyone who I have met that has done a gorilla trek has said it is the most amazing thing to do, much better than any safari. This had to be great, as going on safaris is the #1 thing for me to do. I am addicted to them. I had to wake up at 4 am today, as the drive to the ranger station would take at least two hours. We had to leave ... read more

Africa » Uganda » Western Region » Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

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Uganda achieved independence from the UK in 1962. The dictatorial regime of Idi AMIN (1971-79) was responsible for the deaths of some 300,000 opponents; guerrilla war and human rights abuses under Milton OBOTE (1980-85) claimed at least another 100,0... ... read more