A land of unique beauty ...
A country could hardly be more diverse: While Mount Stanley in the west, at 5,109 metres, is the third highest mountain in Africa with snow-capped peaks and glaciers, the largest lake on the continent - Lake Victoria, with its exceptional biodiversity - can be found in the south-east. The landscape is characterised by vast savannahs as well as lush rainforests.
Wildlife worth protecting
Ten national parks also preserve a unique animal world. Among other things, half of the world's remaining mountain gorillas live in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. It is also home to the Uganda red antelope. What makes it unique: With a length of up to 1.80 metres, it is one of the largest antelope species.