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School brought joy to the children.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Throughout the campaign, Uganda’s
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 legendary hospitality shone brightly,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 as strangers connected through their
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 shared love for adventure. The Bun-
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 yoro Region exceeded all expectations,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 offering indelible experiences. The
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 grand finale was marked by the com-
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 memoration of International Tourism
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Day, heralded by the inaugural Hoima
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 City Carnival at Booma Grounds.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   #ExploreBunyoro not only paid
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 tribute to World Tourism Day but
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 also unveiled the concealed treasures
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 of Uganda, presenting a land where
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 adventure and warm hospitality
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 merge, leaving a lasting impression
        This competition serves as a platform for                                                                                                                                                                                                                                on those who dared to explore. As
        talented travel writers to hone their craft
        while illuminating the unspoiled geographic                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Uganda reinvigorates its tourism
        beauty of Uganda.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        sector post-pandemic, the Explore
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Bunyoro campaign underscores the
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 importance of domestic tourism,
          Participating tourism stakehold-                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       urging locals to embark on a journey
        ers embarked on a journey to explore                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     of discovery within their own country.
        Butiaba Escapement, Kibiro hot springs                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Unveiling the wonders of Bunyoro
        and salt mines, the Bunyoro Kingdom                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Kingdom, from the tranquil shores of
        palace, Itohya Forest, and the mesmeriz-                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Lake Albert to the enchanting Mur-
        ing Lake Albert. Historical sites such as                                                                                                                                                                                                                                chison Falls National Park, promises
        the Mparo Tombs and Bwendero Agro                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        adventure, cultural immersion, and an
        Farm, a family-run agri-conglomerate,                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    appreciation of nature.
        enriched the cultural experiences. The                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     “The vibrant nightlife in Hoima to-
        campaign’s apex was a memorable                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          night is a fitting climax to the #World-
        visit to Murchison Falls National Game                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   TourismDay23 celebrations, ushering
        Park, where the thunderous cascade                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       in a fresh array of activities for the
        of the falls, the majestic wildlife, and                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 #ExploreBunyoro campaign.” - Hon.
        unique ambiance etched unforgettable                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Bahinduka Mugarra Martin
        memories. Furthermore, heartwarming
        CSR activities at Kigorobya Primary
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