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Country
  
Uganda

Sub-region
  
Bugisu sub-region

Time zone
  
EAT (UTC+3)

Local time
  
Monday 3:51 AM

Region
  
Eastern Region

District
  
Sironko District

Elevation
  
1,240 m

Budadiri

Weather
  
20°C, Wind SE at 5 km/h, 69% Humidity

Sironko storms torrential rains wreck havoc in budadiri


Budadiri is a town in eastern Uganda. It is one of the urban centers in Sironko District.

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Map of Budadiri, Uganda


Location

Budadiri is located approximately 13 kilometres (8.1 mi), by road, southeast of Sironko, the district headquarters. It is located within Mount Elgon National Park. The coordinates of the town are:10 10 12N, 34 20 06E (Latitude:1.1700; 34.3350).

Overview

Budadiri is situated at 1,240 metres (4,070 ft) above sea level, at the foothills of Mount Elgon. The town is a popular staging area and base camp for climbers who would like to scale the mountain.

Population

The exact population of Budadiri is not known at this time.

Landmarks

The landmarks within the town limits or close to the edges of town include:

  • The slopes and peak of Mount Elgon
  • The offices of Mount Elgon National Park
  • Rose's Last Chance - A seven-room bed and breakfast with secure parking space. Camping space is also available.
  • Mere's Hotel - A safe, secure place to secure accommodation and meals.
  • Nabunubi's - A non-expensive place to east. Located near the taxi park.
  • Budadiri Taxi Park - A place where to find public transportation to Sironko, Mbale and beyond.

    • References

    Budadiri Wikipedia
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