Namugongo is a place just outside the capital where a beautiful round building with a tall pointed roof stands in green gardens. It is one of the most peaceful spots near Kampala. On Martyrs Day, hundreds of thousands of people gather there to remember Ugandan history together - sitting quietly, listening to speeches and music, lighting candles.
What makes Martyrs Day special is the walking. Some people set off weeks before the day, walking from places hundreds of kilometres away. They walk in small groups, carrying small bags, sleeping in churches or schools along the way. Villages give the walkers water and food as they pass. By 3 June, the roads to Namugongo are full of friendly groups arriving on foot.
On the day itself, the gardens are full. There are choirs singing, traditional Ugandan dance groups performing, and families spreading mats on the grass to share food. Around the edges, street vendors sell snacks, drinks and souvenirs. It is solemn at moments and joyful at others.
People come to Namugongo from far beyond Uganda too. Pilgrims arrive from Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, the Democratic Republic of Congo, South Sudan and beyond. It is one of the biggest gatherings of any kind in East Africa each year - a peaceful day that draws people together from many countries.