Baagalayaze Nnamasole Tombs

This site houses the tomb of Nnamasole Baagalayazes, the mother of Kabaka Mwanga II, who died in 1916. She was revered by the local community and well known for her generosity. The tomb and its enclosure have become a cultural centre to celebrate the people and history of Buganda. Visitors can enjoy traditional performances (music, dance and drama), try their hands at art and crafts, and hear vivid stories about the kingdom and Kabakas of Buganda.
How to Get There
Nnamasole Baagalayaze Tombs site is located at Mpererwe, Busiro County of Buganda, along the Kampala-Gayaza Road. When coming from Kampala, drive 15 Kilometers along the Kampala-Gayaza Road to Mpererwe Trading Center. Turn left onto a turmac road (opposite the big mvule tree) that goes to the tombs, 1 Kilometer away. The trip is approximately 25 minutes from Kampala.