Rwanda | World Heritage Explorer

Rwanda has been a State Party to the World Heritage Convention since 2000. It is home to 2 World Heritage Sites. Its inscriptions include cultural and natural properties, representing a diverse heritage portfolio.

Rwanda as a State Party to the World Heritage Convention

State Party since: December 28, 2000

Status: Acceptance

Mandates to the World Heritage Committee: 2021-2025

Total of Mandate Years: 4

Total of Mandates: 1

WHC Electoral Group: V(a) (Africa)

World Heritage Sites in Rwanda (2)

Cultural: 1 | Natural: 1 | Mixed: 0

Memorial sites of the Genocide: Nyamata, Murambi, Gisozi and Bisesero · Cultural
Nyungwe National Park · Natural

Map of World Heritage Sites

This interactive map shows the location of all UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Rwanda.

Tentative World Heritage Sites

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Country Profile Rwanda

Official Name: Republic of Rwanda

Continent: Africa

Subregion: Eastern Africa

UNESCO Region: Africa

Capital: Kigali

Population (2024): 14,256,567

Land Area: 24,670 km²

Currency: Rwandan franc (RWF)

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UNESCO World Heritage Convention: State Party Rwanda

About States Parties

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How Politics and Institutions Shape the UNESCO World Heritage List

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