Fun facts about Gitega
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Gitega is located in the center of Burundi, equidistant from Bujumbura and the Tanzanian border, both about 62 kilometers away.
Gitega
Burundi
Gitega, formerly Kitega, is the political capital of Burundi.
From the “Geography” section
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Gitega was the seat of the Kingdom of Burundi until 1966.
Gitega
Burundi
Gitega, formerly Kitega, is the political capital of Burundi.
From the “History” section
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The Polytechnic University of Gitega was founded in 2014.
Gitega
Burundi
Gitega, formerly Kitega, is the political capital of Burundi.
From the “Education” section
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Gitega is home to Burundi's National Museum and several karyenda royal drum sanctuaries.
Gitega
Burundi
Gitega, formerly Kitega, is the political capital of Burundi.
From the “Culture” section
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Gitega was served by Gitega Airport, which is now defunct.
Gitega
Burundi
Gitega, formerly Kitega, is the political capital of Burundi.
From the “Transportation” section
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