Belgian Peacekeepers Memorial
About This Museum
Tucked away on KN 3 Avenue in Kigali, this place holds a story that's both deeply Belgian and profoundly Rwandan. It stands as a quiet, sobering tribute to the ten Belgian UN peacekeepers who were murdered at the start of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi. You won't find grand exhibits here; the power is in the personal effects, the photographs, and the preserved ruins of Camp Kigali itself. It’s a small site, but it carries a heavy, important history that resonates long after you leave.
Collection Highlights
The rusting shell of the old camp building stands as it was. Inside, you'll see the soldiers' helmets, their uniforms, and personal letters home—simple items that make the tragedy starkly real.
Visitor Information
It's right in the city, so it's easy to fit into a day. Just be prepared for a somber experience; it’s more about reflection than a typical museum tour.
Architecture & Building
The memorial is centered around the original, low-slung military barracks from the 1990s, its bullet-riddled walls left largely untouched as a silent witness.
Contact & Location
Address: KN 3 Avenue, Nyarugenge, Kigali, Akarere ka Nyarugenge, Umujyi wa Kigali, Rwanda
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