Standard TimeCAT |
UTC+2 |
Daylight Saving Time
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
IANA Time Zone |
Africa/Kigali |
Murabi time compared to Beijing time (China) |
6 hours ahead |
Introduction to Murabi, Rwanda
Murabi is a town in the Northern Province of Rwanda, adjacent to the Ugandan border, located about 80 kilometers north of Kigali. The area is named after the Murabi volcano, an important part of the volcanic complex of the Virunga Mountains.
Geography and natural resources
Murabi is surrounded by rich volcanic landscapes and rainforest ecosystems and is close to Volcanoes National Park (now renamed Virunga National Park). It is a popular starting point for gorilla tracking tours, where visitors can experience a world-class mountain gorilla conservation program.
Economy and Specialty Industries
The local economy is based on agriculture, with coffee, tea and other cash crops grown. Ecotourism has grown rapidly in recent years, with the gorilla sanctuary and volcano trekking programs becoming one of the key pillars of Rwanda's tourism industry.
Transportation and Regional Status
Murabi is connected by road to the capital Kigali and neighboring Uganda, and is an important node for border trade in northern Rwanda. Its unique location and natural resources make it a key hub in Rwanda's ecotourism network.
Murabi Sunrise/Sunset Today,
Today is 2025-12-30
Sunrise Time
05:55
Local Time
Sunset Time
18:09
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