A Testimony to Resilience
The Bisesero Genocide Memorial is a place where sorrow and strength meet. Set among the hills where thousands once sought refuge, this memorial honors the lives lost during the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi and the bravery of those who tried to resist. Walking through Bisesero is a deeply moving experience one that reminds us of unimaginable pain, but also the enduring resilience of the human spirit. It’s a space for reflection, remembrance, and a promise to never forget.
A Site of Unspeakable Tragedy
Bisesero was once a place of hope but quickly turned into a site of unimaginable tragedy.
As thousands of Tutsi fled to these hills seeking safety, what they found instead was terror. The Interahamwe militias relentlessly hunted them down, turning their refuge into a killing ground. Today, the Bisesero Genocide Memorial stands among these hills, honoring the lives lost and preserving their memory. It is both a mass grave and a sacred place of remembrance where pain, resilience, and the call to never forget echo through the landscape.
What to Expect at the Bisesero Genocide Memorial
Housing remains of the victims and artifacts from the genocide.
Providing narratives and testimonies of survivors and witnesses.
Overlooking the scenic hills of Bisesero, which were once sites of refuge and struggle.
Visiting Information
A visit to the Bisesero Genocide Memorial is a deeply moving and often emotionally challenging experience. It is a place of solemn remembrance and reflection, but also a place of learning and hope. Visitors are encouraged to approach the memorial with respect and sensitivity.
Opening Hours : 8 AM – 5 PM (Closed on the last Saturday of each month for Umuganda, Rwanda’s national community service day)
Entrance Fee: Free, but donations are encouraged to support ongoing efforts in remembrance and education.
Guided Tours: These are available to provide deeper context on the history and significance of Bisesero.
