Rwanda in $880s-$940s RT

We know what you're thinking. No need to beat around the bush — Rwanda has a pretty dark history, and it's the first thing most Americans think of when they hear the country's name.

But that was the past, and nowadays Rwanda is one of the safest places in Africa! It's been undergoing a massive transformation, and now the US Travel Advisory has it rated at Level 2 (the same level as most European countries). In fact, pretty much every resource about visiting Rwanda mentions how clean, safe, and peaceful it feels.

That's good news for travelers, because it's also beautiful. Sometimes called "the land of a thousand hills," its landscape is covered in rolling fields of green, with lush jungles that play host to some gentle giants. 

So read on below to learn more about why Rwanda deserves your attention.