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5 Interesting Things About Benin City by Opinionated: 12:49pm On Jul 27, 2017 |
Benin City is the stunning capital of Edo state. It’s the center of Nigeria’s rubber industry and processing palm nuts for oil is also an important traditional industry there. There many interesting things to explore in this historic and cultural city. Jumia Travel, the leading online travel agency, shares 5 interesting things about Benin City. The Oba’s Palace Really, what’s more interesting than a palace? In truth, no vacation or visit to Benin City is complete without a visit to this cultural and historical splendor. The Royal Oba’s Palace is at the heart of the city and a repository of Benin crafts. It’s really a cultural and historic ‘goldmine’ with interesting ancient adornments and ornaments that are sincerely a delight to explore. The Benin Moat You’ve probably heard this name once or twice and wondered what exactly it was. The Benin Moat also known as ‘Iya’ is one of the largest man made earthwork in the world. The Benin Moat was actually used as a defensive fortification for the Ancient Benin City and its archaeology is recognized as something that is indeed admirable. However, the monument has in recent times been described as a ‘neglected monument in search of a rescuer’. Nevertheless, it’s still a truly interesting feature of the city and a testament to the ingenuity and engineering acumen of the old Benin Kingdom. Igun-Eronmwon Quarters It’s also called Igun Street and is listed as a Cultural Heritage site by UNESCO. The quarters is home to brass/bronze casting industries in Benin City and gives an opportunity to witness bronze casting in its various stages and buy any piece of your choice. It’s the home guild of Benin Bronze casters with various popular bronze works of kings, queens, other notable royalties and other artistic motif to explore. Igue Festival This is the most popular festival in the city and is where the Oba celebrates the history and culture of his people as he blesses the land and the people. The festival is typically celebrated at a time between Christmas and New year and it involves traditional dances, a mock battle and a procession to the palace to reaffirm loyalty to and respect for the Oba. The festival is typically an annual cycle of rituals and rites, and is used as a platform by the Edo people to display their rich culture and tradition. Revelation Tourist Palazzo A place with an interesting name indeed; the palazzo has been described as a place the history of Nigeria comes alive and for cultural enthusiasts is ‘the heartbeat of culture in Nigeria’. It’s a privately owned museum and tourist center put together by music maestro Prof. Victor Uwaifo. There are different exhibition points at this palazzo and each one extensively treats a specific subject, from music to culture, telling different sides of the Binis. It’s an educative and culturally enriching site to explore. Source: http://www.opinions.ng/5-interesting-things-benin-city/ 6 Likes 2 Shares
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Re: 5 Interesting Things About Benin City by Ezigboune: 12:50pm On Jul 27, 2017 |
That's good to know |
Re: 5 Interesting Things About Benin City by onward4life(m): 1:11pm On Jul 27, 2017 |
Sakponba RD for life!!! 8 Likes 1 Share |
Re: 5 Interesting Things About Benin City by amylomo(f): 3:23pm On Jul 27, 2017 |
Oh yeahh |
Re: 5 Interesting Things About Benin City by holatin(m): 3:23pm On Jul 27, 2017 |
where is this 6) recipe to travel to Europe without visa, ticket or an air plane is in every home diary. if you say juju no dey, pls go serve in Edo state 8 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: 5 Interesting Things About Benin City by TINALETC3(f): 3:23pm On Jul 27, 2017 |
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Re: 5 Interesting Things About Benin City by raker300: 3:23pm On Jul 27, 2017 |
All people know about Benin is smashing... Smashing capital of nigeria 3 Likes |
Re: 5 Interesting Things About Benin City by bestman09(m): 3:24pm On Jul 27, 2017 |
onward4life: AKPAKPAVA STREET! The center of Benin 8 Likes |
Re: 5 Interesting Things About Benin City by Smartjob1(f): 3:24pm On Jul 27, 2017 |
Benin must be a very beautiful city to visit. See my signature if you are still looking for a job? 1 Like |
Re: 5 Interesting Things About Benin City by Nobody: 3:24pm On Jul 27, 2017 |
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Re: 5 Interesting Things About Benin City by herkeym001(m): 3:24pm On Jul 27, 2017 |
Re: 5 Interesting Things About Benin City by thestevens: 3:26pm On Jul 27, 2017 |
Benin witch nko? |
Re: 5 Interesting Things About Benin City by OgaBuhari: 3:27pm On Jul 27, 2017 |
They have wings and do fly anytime of the day. Every Benin citizens have the inborn skill of flying an aircraft in Edo Airways that's why they're normally called Bini pilots. Witchcraft is their culture and nothing can take it away from them. Their girls are diplomats and ambassadors representing the state in Italy. The Bini and Ishan ladies do obliterate their husbands and thus become land ladies. And so much more. Edo people, fear them. Cc martha89 9 Likes
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Re: 5 Interesting Things About Benin City by talk2saintify(m): 3:27pm On Jul 27, 2017 |
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Re: 5 Interesting Things About Benin City by ElSherriff: 3:28pm On Jul 27, 2017 |
Benin Cityyy, home of tuke tuke and the best drivers Nigeria has to offer. They can drive motor for africa 8 Likes |
Re: 5 Interesting Things About Benin City by oxonek: 3:28pm On Jul 27, 2017 |
Pictures would have made this more interesting. |
Re: 5 Interesting Things About Benin City by eleojo23: 3:28pm On Jul 27, 2017 |
How is security in Benin? Are the cult activities reported in the media overhyped? (only limited to school environments) Cost of living? And the witchcraft part too, is that one also overhyped? I need sincere answers. |
Re: 5 Interesting Things About Benin City by mickeyenglish(m): 3:28pm On Jul 27, 2017 |
Opinionated: you left the best part and reasons which are: Prostitution(mainly export), Cultism, and Witchcraft.... The End. 4 Likes |
Re: 5 Interesting Things About Benin City by Albert0011(m): 3:28pm On Jul 27, 2017 |
And the last one u failed 2 mention is olosho business...go to old college road in aduwawa or igbague mission road,these places are the head quarters of olosho in south south. |
Re: 5 Interesting Things About Benin City by Christane: 3:28pm On Jul 27, 2017 |
what abt d robbery aspect nd abt lawrence anini. 1 Like |
Re: 5 Interesting Things About Benin City by pepemendy(m): 3:29pm On Jul 27, 2017 |
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Re: 5 Interesting Things About Benin City by ipobarecriminals: 3:29pm On Jul 27, 2017 |
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Re: 5 Interesting Things About Benin City by JJBROS(m): 3:30pm On Jul 27, 2017 |
thestevens: Your village witch nko? 15 Likes |
Re: 5 Interesting Things About Benin City by coolestchris(m): 3:31pm On Jul 27, 2017 |
great Benin 6 Likes 1 Share |
Re: 5 Interesting Things About Benin City by 24hourNigeriane(f): 3:33pm On Jul 27, 2017 |
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Re: 5 Interesting Things About Benin City by Barfibassey(m): 3:33pm On Jul 27, 2017 |
Smartjob1:EVERY THING ABOUT BENIN PEOPLE IS EUROPE,JUST MENTION EUROPE YOU WILL SEE AS THE WILL FOLLOW LIKE INSECT FLYS EVERYDAY SAYING,I WANT GO JANNA . |
Re: 5 Interesting Things About Benin City by alphaconde(m): 3:33pm On Jul 27, 2017 |
benin used to be big but quietly other states have overtaken in and the government and people there dont even know this 3 Likes |
Re: 5 Interesting Things About Benin City by NwaAmaikpe: 3:39pm On Jul 27, 2017 |
NwaAmaikpe: 2 Likes |
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