Entebbe sits on the banks of Lake Victoria and was the capital city of Uganda during the early years of British rule. Today, the city's allure derives from its leisurely pace of life and neighboring natural features.

Entebbe is a pleasant introduction to Uganda, and many travelers choose to spend a few days here rather than in the traffic-clogged streets of Kampala unless they have a pressing reason to be in the capital city. It is also the perfect place to end your journey if you are forced to take one of the several early-morning flights from Uganda's only international airport.Entebbe's ab...

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