Hello, welcome to this blog on The Major Tourist Centers in Nigeria. Here, I will be showing us the difference tourist centers and thier locations in different States.
Major Tourist Centers In Nigeria
Azumini blue River Rose: Azumini Blue River Rose is located in Abia State towards it’s boundary with Akwa Ibom state. The River has become a resort for tourists because of the pleasantness it offers. The attractive feature of the River include its crystal clear blue water, canoe ride, sandy beaches with such relaxation facilities as chairs and tables. At the beach also, barbecue grill are delicacies provided for picnickers:
2. The Long Juju Shrine of Arochukwu: One of the major tourist centers in Nigeria is Arochukwu.
Arochukwu is a famous tourist destination with the cave of the famous long juju Oracle as a particular attraction. The cave is believed to hold the long metal pipe through which the gods speak to the people. The traditional religionist would find the Oracle quite an attraction. It is, first and foremost, a religious center with a well lay down administrative structure headed by a chief priest.
3 Yola municipality: This is another major tourist centers in Nigeria. Yola is the capital of Adamawa state in the North Eastern part of the country. The most striking impression about the town is its undulating topography of hill chains particularly the three sister hill which stand side by side and share the same heights. The cultural manifestations of the town gets to their climax between the month of March and may when the city celebrates it’s fishing festival at Lake Njuwa.
4. Ibeno Beach: One of the numerous fine beaches in Nigeria is the ibeno beach in Akwa Ibom state. A lover of water sport will find a beach which stretches to James town on the Atlantic most inviting.
5. Ogbunike cave: Ogbunike cave is another major tourist centers in Nigeria, it can be described as the very wonder of nature. The cave, segmented into sections, is found in Anambra State, some few kilometers away from the Onitsha market town. There are different stories about the various sections that constitute the cave. The stories are better told by the native tour guides.
6. Rojenny Tourist Village: In Anambra State, just at the outskirts of Onitsha market town is found rojenny village, one of the leading tourist resorts in Nigeria. Among the many attractions of the village are amusement park, joy rides and sporting/relaxation facilities.
7. Igbo-ukwu: Igboku is an ancient Town which has remain an attraction to tourists because of it’s bronze artifacts. The bronze which was first notice in 1938 was later excavated by thurstan shaw, an English archaeologist.
8. Yankari National Park: Yankari National park has become the most developed wildlife park in Nigeria with a lot of attractions for visitors. The pack is famous for its variety of animals available for viewing around the year, thought the animals are better watched between November and may period of the dry season when the animals converge around the Gaji river, baboon’s, waterbucks, elephant, crocodiles, Bushbucks, duikers, warthogs, hippopotamus are among the animals commonly seen at the park.
9. Wikki Warm Springs: Is a famous attraction in the Yankari National Park And a major tourist centers in Nigeria. It is particularly priced for it warm water. It is available both night and day for tourists who cherish swimming. The National park is located in the South Eastern area of Bauchi, the capital town of Bauchi State in the North Eastern Part of Nigeria.
10. The Hills of Benue: Located in the middle belt region of Nigeria, Nigeria shares boundaries with taraba state on the East, Plateau State on the North and Edo State on the West, and Anambra, Enugu, Cross River State on the South. The entire landmass presents hills of various shade and tourist appeals.
11. Lake Chad: Lake Chad occupies a strategic location serving not only Borno State of Nigeria where it is located but serving also the three neighboring 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 visit to the numerous fishing villages in the area.
12. Obudu Cattle Ranch: Obudu cattle ranch is located in Cross River State towards the Nigerian Cameroon border in the South East. The ranch is over 1,524m has temperate weather condition to ensure green vegetation and grazing of cattle around the year. The ranch is a tourist delight as a result of it’s divergence attractions. There are natural swimming pool, gorilla camp, bird watching facilities and accommodation. Learn more about Ranching and types of Ranching here
13. Agbokim Waterfalls: Here is another major tourist centers in Nigeria. Some short distance away from the Nigerian – Cameroon border is the very captivating site called Agbokim Waterfalls. The fall situated in Cross River State lies less than 30km from ikom and is highly recommended for picnics. The falls are pleasantly surrounded by green vegetation
14. Silicon Hill: Near the Npkologu campus of the Enugu State University of science and technology is found this very important mineral deposit. The hill which is more than 300m above sea level and almost half a kilometer long has silica, an important raw material for the manufacture of glasses. It’s surrounding environment is very captivating with hills, valleys and planes beautifully wrapped up such that one cannot ignore it’s breath taking views and awe inspiring blend
15. Mbari cultural Centers: The home of Mbari sculptural houses is located in the East. This sculptures are robust art manifestations of the prevalent social life and a monumental art sacrifice to ALA the earth goddess. In Mbari, Imo State there are very many object like the terrorising beast, The plastic forms of symbols of the prevalent deities among which is the ALA herself. The amadioha (thunder god), the ogwugwu (forest god) each deity with his or her mystical messengers such as snake, monkeys, rams, tortoise, and owl are properly represented. A number of symbolic models were sculptured or painted. These sculptures reflect the Igbo aesthetics.
The mbari cultural centers is an open air museum and found in Ikenegbu layout at Owerri and at Eke-nguru in Aboh Mbaise.
16. Oguta Lake Holiday Complex: The Holiday complex situates in Oguta Local Government Area of IMO State is about 40 km away from Owerri, the Capital of IMO State. The lake has freshwater and the second largest natural lake in the country after Lake Chad. To compliment the complex water-based recreation services, there are other interesting attractions to watch. These include:
- Golf course with 18 standard international holes.
- Relic of war (mini bunker) constructed by the defunct biafran Navy during the civil war.
- Natural confluence of Oguta Lake and Urashi River.
- Cruise boat services.
- Golf club bar house/Oguta Lake motel for refreshment, lodging and feeding.
- Mini children recreation park
17. Birnin Kudu Rock Painting: Birnin Kudu town lies in the South of jigawa state. Birnin kudu is noted for the presence of rocks. Fascinating at the ancient paintings of the rocks. The difference painting have clear information on the styles of the early settlers in the area.
18. NOK Village: A trip to the NOK River in Kaduna State launches visitors into physical romance with the much talk about culture of the NOK people. The cultures have been known for over 2,500 years. The NOK culture is better appreciated appraising the excavation made by the numerous scholars and researchers.
Other interesting Tourist Centers are in: Cross River States: have tinapa resort center, yankari games reserve in Bauchi State, the engine brazon cast center in Benin City, Edo State, Olumo rock Tourist center in Abeokuta Ogun State and zuma rock in Abuja.
Revision Questions
- List 10 major Tourist Centers In Nigeria and their locations.
- Where is Mbari cultural Centers located in Nigeria?