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Capital city of Burundi
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Gitega is the second largest city of Burundi and since 2019 the national political capital, as well as the capital of the Gitega Province.
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Opened in 1955, the Burundian National Museum presents exhibits related to Burundian royalty from the early 20th century, archaeologic discoveries, everyday objects from jewelry to pots and spears, and coins from the colonial era.
Cathédrale du Christ-Roi de Gitega
Catholic cathedral, and the seat of the Gitega Archdiocese.
The site of the former royal court and royal residence houses karyenda drums. Back in the royal era, such drums were regarded as holy, played at rituals and notable events like royal coronations, funerals, and weddings, and otherwise closely guarded in these sanctuaties.
The central market.
There are roads from all directions, and you can get in by bus, taxi or driving yourself. The distance from Bujumbura, the largest city where Burundi's international airport is located, is 62 km.
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