Bunagana is at the far western edge of the Kivu region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, just over the border from a tranquil and hard-working region of Uganda.

The township is not that loyal to government forces and may be regarded as a potential - if not actual - war zone.

Go next

• Climb the hill to the border post clutching your passport and enjoy some relaxed hospitality in Kisoro, Uganda. Visa-free for many nationalities and for those nationalities that need them, they can be quickly purchased at the border.