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Nigeria offers a wide variety of tourist attractions such
as extended and roomy river and ocean beaches ideal for swimming and
other water sports, unique wildlife, vast tracts of unspoiled nature
ranging from tropical forest, magnificent waterfalls, some new rapidly
growing cities and climatic conditions in some parts particularly conducive
to holidaying. Other attractions include traditional ways of life preserved
in local customs; rich and varied handicrafts and other colourful products
depicting or illustrative of native arts and lifestyle, and the authentic
unsophisticated but friendly attitude of many in the Nigerian population.
However, many of these attractions are still largely untapped and even at their raw states, they are still being enjoyed by few outsiders, either very rich visitors in quest of exoticism or adventurous people in search of new challenges and experiences. The lack of required modern infrastructural facilities and in some
parts of the country acute conditions of underdevelopment and poverty
can be seen which many potential Nigeria bound tourist may not like
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| Olumo Rocks | ||
The
rocks are synonymous with the name of Abeokuta town where they are
situated. The cave around the rocks offered sanctuary to the founding
fathers of the town during the days ofinter-tribal wars. The Egba people
who inhabited the area found these rocks not only as a unifying factor
but also worship them in the belief that they derive their natural
strength
and protection from supreme beings. Guided tours are conducted for
visitors by duty guides. Read More
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| The Yankari National Park is Nigeria's most popular holiday resort, located in Bauchi State | ||
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The Yankari
National Park is the premier game reserve in Nigeria. Yankari Park
and Wikki Warm Springs are located around
the Gagi River, approximately
1 1/2 hours by road, southeast of Bauchi Town. The beauty and size
of The Yankari Game Reserve make it the most popular reserve in
Nigeria.
Set up in 1956 and opened to the public in 1962, the main game-viewing areas of the reserve are open all year round. Japanese, Western Europeans, Americans and Southeast Asian tourists visit this park in abundance. Read More |
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| Obudu Cattle Ranch is located in Cross River Slate | ||
The
Obudu Ranch is a popular holiday destination for adventurous tourists
wishing to explore the remote corners of Nigeria. Situated in the northeast
corner of Cross River State, only 45 miles from the Cameroon border,
a tourist can enjoy the countryside of both Nigeria and Cameroon at
the same time. The Obudu Plateau is spread over an area of 40 sq.
miles. It
is 5,200 feet above sea level. The climate is cool and pleasant with
no mosquitoes. The landscape is spectacular, with rolling grasslands,
deep-wooded valleys and waterfalls. Iris best to visit Obudu in the
dry season since
during the rainy season much of the ranch may be covered in mist and
low clouds and there are thunderstorms. Read
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| The historical Argungu fishing and culture festival in Kebbi State. | ||
The
Argungu International Fishing and Cultural Festival (The most widely
attended in Nigeria and perhaps the oldest known festival of its
kind) predate the “Conquests” of Kanta of Kebbi in early
16th Century. The festival started initially in the form of religious
rites prior to the time of Surame Gungu of Kebbi Kingdom. In other
words it began as an informal family and communal affair. Since that
time the festival has undergone several changes and modifications.
The Argungu Fishing Festival is the culmination of a four-day cultural
event in the north-western Nigerian state of Kebbi. Thousands of
fishermen line up like an ancient army, carrying their traditional
nets and gourds. Read
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| Cross River National Park | ||
The
Cross River National Park was created from two existing forest reserves
of Bashi-Okwango and Oban Forest Resveres.
It is famous for its unique rain forest vegetation which, according
to conservation experts, is some of the richest in Africa. This park
contains the last remaining rain forest in Nigeria, which is being
preserved with the help of the Nigerian Conservation Foundation. It
has a herd of forest elephants, the white-faced monkey (indigenous
to Nigeria only), buffalo, leopards and lowland gorillas, besides over
a thousand other animal species. The park has a tropical climate characterized
by a rainy season between April and October and a dry season between
November and April. Read
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| The Coconut Beach in the coastal of Badagry, west of Lagos | ||
Coconut Beach is a beautiful beach in the coastal town of Badagry,
west of Lagos. The beach is attractively set in an area surrounded by
coconut trees. About 20 miles towards the border of Nigeria and the Republic
of Benin, Coconut Beach is accessible through the Lagos-Badagry expressway.
Visitors will find a friendly relaxed atmosphere.
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| Lake Chad occupies a strategic location serving not only Borno State of Nigeria | ||
Lake
Chad occupies a strategic location serving not only Borno State of
Nigeria where it is located but serving also the three neighbouring
countries of Niger, Cameroon, and Chad. The lake, apart from serving
the agricultural and economic needs of the people, attracts a great
number
of tourists. Of paramount interest to tourists is the boating opportunity
and visits to the numerous fishing villages in the area. Read
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| These hills are located in the town of Idanre in Ondo State, | ||
The
historic Idanre Hills are another marvelous Tourist attractions in
the State. Idanre Town, the location of these hills is about 24 kilometres
southwest of Akure the state capital. The town is divided into viz,
the
new settlement which is at the foot of the hills and Oke- Idanre the
old settlements on the top of the hills. There is the hill top sanctuary
of Idanre, which consists of about 640 steps. These had necessitated,
in addition, the construction of five resting posts along the steps
to the top. At the top of the hill, there is an intriguing footprint,
which
is widely believed to enlarge or contract to accommodate every foot.
It is as well believed that anybody whose foot does not exactly fit
into the footprint is considered to be a witch or a wizard. Read
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| Mambilla Plateau Located in Adamawa State, the Plateau is a haven for cash crops like coffee, tea, and cotton. | ||
The
Mambilla Plateau, in the southeast corner of Taraba State, shares
a border with Cameroon. A high grassland plateau averaging about
1800 meters, it is scenic, cool and a pleasant change from the heat
and humidity of Lagos. Because the roads are still under construction,
a sport utility vehicle or jeep is recommended and visitors
should pack essentials, camping equipment and food. As an option,
there are a few hotels on the plateau.
The Park provides an attractive setting, well worth a visit. Mambilla has cattle ranches, tea plantations and rolling, grassy hills. It is different from the rest of Nigeria with regard to flora and fauna and is home to some rare species of birds and animals, especially at the Gashaka-Gumti National Park. Read More |
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| Ikogosi Warm Springs in Ekiti State. | ||
This
warm spring runs down a hilly landscape where it forms a confluence
with another cold spring from an adjoining hill and merges into one
continuous stream. The evergreen tall trees which surround the spring
provide the
canopy under which visitors relax. The people of Ikogosi worship the
goddess of the water and have strong belief in the myth around it.
The undulating landscape adds natural beauty to the scenery. it is
located
in Ekiti State.
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