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Nigeria is a metropolis with over 250 different peoples, languages, histories, and religions coexisting in the humdrum of life. With this much of cultural variation, Nigeria offers an incredible array of sightseeing attractions that clearly speaks of its tremendous fusion of culture and ethnicity. Here are some of the most exciting sightseeing spots of Nigeria: |
1: Sungbo's Eredo- archaeological Site
Once surrounding the ancient kingdom of Ijebu, Sungbo's Eredo is Africa's largest construction. It is 160km/99mi-long, 1050-year-old, 20m/65ft-high linear boundary barricade. It was built over two centuries ago and now largely covered by rainforest.
2: Sacred Forest- forest
A Part of a large area of rainforest, The Sacred Forest is located at the outskirts of Oshogbo. The forest exhibits the beautiful Shrine of Oshuno, the River Goddess. In addition to the natural beauty, there are many stunning sculptures put up by Suzanne Wenger (known locally as Aduni Olosa, the 'Adored One'), an Austrian painter and sculptor who came here in the 1950s.
3: Olumo Rock
Olumo Rock, sacred to the Egba people, is on the east side of the Ogun river. Visitors should engage a guide from the tourist center at the bottom of the rock where one can explore the caves used as sanctuary during the Yoruba civil war.
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4: Ibadan Ibadan was until recently the largest indigenous African city. Located along the edge of a thickly wooded forest belt, it was called Eba-Odan, meaning ‘a town at the edge of the forest’. Today it’s the capital and main commercial center of Oyo state. Places of interest include Dugbe market, a huge traditional marketplace, the parliament Building, the University of Ibadan. |
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5: Ile-Ife
The ancient city of Ile-Ife, in Osun state is truly unique. The Yorubas consider it to be the cradle of creation of civilization. Legend says that it was at Ife that Oduduwa, sent by Olodumare, the Yoruba creator-god, established the first land upon the waters that covered the earth, thus founding life. Ile-Ife became a remarkable center for arts, producing both terracotta figures and bronzes dating from the 12th to 15th centuries.
6: Ondo region
Ondo area has many fascinating tourist attractions including the Ikogosi Warm Spring, Indare Hills, Iplo-Iloro waterfalls, Ebomi Lake and the museum at Owo. The most popular are the Ikogosi Warm Spring and the Indare Hills. The Ikogosu Warm spring is located in a valley in Ikogosi Town, northeast of Akur.
7: Bida
Bida is a lively town, famous for its handicrafts and colorful market, and is the principal city of the Nupe people. Bida is famous for its glass beads, cloths, silver and brass work, its carved 8-legged stools made from a single piece of wood and decorative pottery.
8: Gurara & Owu Falls
Gurara Falls is on the Gurara River in Niger State, on the road between Suleja and Minna. Particularly impressive during the rainy season, the falls span 200 meters across with a sheer drop of 30 meters. Owu Falls, in Kwara State is the highest and most spectacular natural waterfall in West Africa, at its best during the rainy season. The waterfall cascades 330 feet down an escarpment with rocky outcrops to a pool of ice-cold water below.
9: Jos
Jos has always been a popular destination for tourists due to its height above sea level (4062 feet). Jos has two golf courses, Rayfield and Plateau, plus a polo club and other sports/entertainment offerings. The National Museum in Jos is one of the best in Nigeria, especially for archaeology and pottery. Other attractions in the area include the wildlife park, The Shere Hill, Assop Falls, Riyom Rock and Kura Falls.
10: Bulatura Oases
The Bulatura Oases are on the western side of Borno State northeast of Nguru. The severe beauty of this desert landscape is a great experience. The oases are also excellent for bird-watchers.
11: Mandara Mountains
The Gwoza Hills are breathtakingly beautiful. They are located southeast of Maiduguri, and southeast of the village of Gwoza Valley, along the Cameroon border.
Mandara Mountains are also in this area, stretching from south, in the Mambilla, to Mubi in the north.The Mandaras provide some of the most spectacular scenery in all of Africa.
12: Birnin Kebbi
Birnin Kebbi, a centuries old Hausa-Fulani walled city is the capital of Kebbi State. The area is famous for traditional arts and crafts, beads, swords and glassware, and is the site of the Argungu Fishing Festival, one of the most popular tourist attractions in Nigeria.
13: Sokoto
Sokoto, the center of Islamic activities in Nigeria, is the home of the Sultan of Sokoto, the spiritual leader of Muslims in the country. It is famed for its excellent leatherwork: handbags, wallets, fans and other items featuring exquisite crafting. The Sultan's Palace has lavish architecture and guards in their multicolored regalia.
