Rwanda
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
Map of World Heritage Sites
Tentative World Heritage Sites
No tentative sites yet.
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)