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has grown to become a major destination choice for tourists. It has an attractive landscape and calming ambiance, with clouds smiling down on its peaks and valleys. It offers visitors a good blend of warm and cold temperature, as it has a very temperateweather.The rooms in Obudu Mountain Resort are madeup of chalets, standard room, executive room, huts to presidential suites. Although this resort is open to visitors throughout the year, the period between October and February is the best time to visit, as it is the time when the sky is very bright and the air is frosty.12.Eleko BeachLagos StateAs you can expect, fun lovers enjoy a visit to the beach on the weekends. If you are looking for a quiet and reflective time at the beach, you should visit Eleko on a weekday. Even though more people troupe into Eleko Beach on weekends, it generally doesn’t get as crowded as the other popular public beaches in Lagos likeElegushi Beach, Bar Beach and Alpha Beach. Also, the huts at Eleko Beach make you people like you’re having your own private beach experience. Which means, in reality, any day of a week is a good day to visit this beach.Eleko Beach offers a peaceful retreat for privacy seeker or couple’s looking to enjoy a good time away from the hustle of Lagos. This public beach, located close to La Campagne Tropicana, offers private beach features bamboo huts. It is also less rowdy than other public beaches in Lagos and considered to be cleaner.13.Osun Sacred GroveOsun StateClassified as one of the UNESCO world heritagesites, this sacred forest attracts a large number of tourists as it is definitely worth visiting. It is situated in the outskirts of Oshogbo, the capital of Osun state along the banks of the Osun river. Osun state is one of the states in the South-western part of Nigeria, majorly populated by the Yorubas who are indigenes of the state. Yoruba people believe that Osun sacred grove, which spans about 75 hectares of land, is home to Osun– the goddess of fertility. A festival that celebrates this fertility goddess takes place everyyear in Oshogbo. You will find scattered about the forest, shrines, and effigies of different deities. In addition to that, the forest contains about 400 different species of plants that are used for medicinal purposes.14.New Afrika ShrineLagos StateThinking about taking your nightlife escapades to the next level? Then think Fela Shrine a.k.a The New Afrika Shrine. From the genre of music to the inspirational story-telling lyrics, notforgetting the sacrosanct palm-wine, get ready to get a political education, a lesson in ‘shakin-it’ and a contact high!The New Afrika Shrine is an open air entertainment centre located in Ikeja, Lagos State. It serves as the host location of the annualFelabration music festival. Currently managed by Femi Kuti and Yeni Anikulapo-Kuti, it is thereplacement of the old Afrika Shrine created in 1970 by Fela Kuti until it was burnt down in 1977. The New Afrika Shrine showcases photo galleries of Fela and musical performances by Femi Kuti and Seun Kuti, thus making it a tourist attraction.15. Kano City WallsKano StateAlthough the city has long taken a modern cosmopolitan hue, relics of the city’s past as the hub for commercial activities during the trans-Saharan trade still remain. The real identity of Kano can best be felt in old city area. The mud houses with distinct Hausa local architectural dexterity, the narrow roads that were meant foronly men and their domestic animals are still there. However, this is gradually being lost as theancient structures go modern. The relics are gradually being wiped away by both man and nature. The walls also helped in monitoring the movement of people in and out of the city.
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The ability to attract worldwide attention transcends setting up a physical edifice but also embodies structures or places of natural and physical value, historical significance and outstanding beauty capable of awing and amusing the public. The physical evidence of genius architectural designs and brain work, coupled with the mysterious dynamism of natural ingenuity have made these places stand out as constant tourist destinations in Nigeria. We took some time to compile a list of tourist attractions in Nigeria. Take a look;1.Olumo RockOgun StateAny visit to the city of Abeokuta would be incomplete without stopping by at the “fortress of Abeokuta”; Olumo Rock. It is no surprise that this rock is located in Abeokuta, as the name “Abeokuta” itself means “under the rock”. Olumo Rock has long served as a rock ofoffense and a fortress for the people of Egba Land, since the 19th century. At Olumo Rock, you would be treated to attractions like natural tunnels, unusual trees, natural cantilevers, gardens on the rock, broken pathways, monuments of the belief system of the rock’s primeval settlers, three escalators at the characteristic height of the rock as well as an aerial and atmospheric view of the antique city of Abeokuta, from the apex of the rock. You don’t want to miss these attractions, do you?2.Yankari Game ReserveBauchi StateAll roads lead to Yankari Game Reserve, in Bauchi State, North-Eastern Nigeria. Get ready to experience nature in the country’s biggest wildlife retreat. At the reserve, you will be captivated by the number of activities you can participate in. Marvel at the largest herd of elephants in the country, embark on a guided safari tour and explore the tropical forests. At the Reserve, you’ll find different varieties of animal species including the olive baboon, patas monkey, roan antelope, western hartebeest, living in their natural habitats.After your day at the reserve, exploring the marvel of wild life, head over to the Wikki Warm Spring. Your visit to the Yankari Game Reserve is incomplete if you don’t experience the warmth of this spring.3.Lekki Conservation CentreLagos StateThe Lekki Conservation Centre, Lagos is one ofthe best nature reserves in Nigeria. This conservation and relaxation centre offers a breath of fresh air and an escape from the forever buzzing city of Lagos. The 21-year-old conservation centre cum nature hub, which covers an area of 78 hectares, is run and managed by the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF).Generally regarded as an icon of nature conservation, Lekki Conservation Centre represents the flagship project of Nigeria Conservation Foundation forthe preservation of unique biodiversity, scenic, natural, scientific recreational values of the coastal environs of western Nigeria.If you love Mother Nature and adventure, LekkiConservation Centre is the place for you.4.Zuma RockAbujaZuma Rock, the monolithic Inselberg with a human face, is located in Madalla, Niger State, to the North of Abuja. It was once described as the unquestionable watchman of the F.C.T. It is the sandy concealment that hangs like a haze over Zuba Town. The other mountains in and around it stay a considerable distance from it, which the Zuba people see as a form of respect being paid by the other mountains to Zuma Rock for its royal presence in the locality.Visiting Zuma Rock between April and October, which marks the rainy season in central Nigeria where the rock is situated, would afford you the opportunity of seeing the much talked Zuma Rock Fire, as the apex of the Zuma Rock catches fire under heavy rainfall. Over time, this has remained one of the wonders of the Zuma Rock.5.Hi Impact PlanetLagos StateHi-Impact Planet offers world class fun for the young and old, friends and families. There are games, rides and other entertaining attractions for the young and young at heart. You and yourfamily will enjoy a good time and form magical memories. You can grab a snack or a pastry during your day of fun or enjoy full blown intercontinental meals at the parks 3 food court.6.Aso RockAbujaAso Rock is a 400-metre rock which stands outas the most noticeable feature in the capital city of Nigeria, Abuja. This location houses the three major seats of power of the Nigerian Federal Government namely; Presidential Villa (Aso Rock Villa), National Assembly, and the Supreme Court, albeit the Aso Rock Villa building is the only structure built in the valley ofthe Rock. Although tourists are still allowed to visit this place, due to the rise in the menace of terrorist attacks by Boko Haram in recent times, this access has become limited.If you’re looking to catch all the great moments at Aso Rock, then you should visit this place in the day, between 8 am and 5 pm, as this the period when government functions like plenary at the Senate, House of Assembly, Children’ Parliament as well as proceedings at the Supreme Court are carried out at Aso Rock.7.Agodi GardensOyo StateAgodi Gardens is a beautiful park in the city of Ibadan which has risen to become one of the toptourist attractions in the country. Also called Agodi Botanical Gardens, Agodi Gardens, Ibadan, the site is a serene environment on 150 acres of land. It is usually patronised by families during festive periods and weekends. It’s peaceful and calm environment makes it a perfect destination for you to take a break fromthe hussle and reevaluate life values or hangout with friends and family. From the water parks to the animal enclosure or even just walking through the garden paths, Agodi Gardens is sureto make you forget about reality!8.Kajuru CastleKaduna StateKajuru Castle is a luxury Medieval-German stylevilla, built over 3 decades ago located in Kaduna State, Nigeria. The villa is designed with bedrooms modeled after dungeons and several towers with crenelated walls. The medieval theme is seen through out the castle, it even has a portcullis (the vertically closing gate)with a crocodile pit.The castle includes a guest tower with 4 rooms and the main building with a knights’ hall and amaster suite ( also known as the “landlord’s residence”). There’s an outdoor swimming poolfor cooling off on hot days and a barbeque spot right by the pool. From the pool area and most of the castle windows, you will enjoy a fascinating view of the surrounding mountains and inselbergs. The Castle also has its own Sauna!9.Nike Art GalleryLagos StateA magnificent five-storey building coated in spotless white, standing high and proud in its environs, Nike’s Art Gallery tells its story from the outside. The fence of the compound is adorned with rare marbles, while its walls are covered in different artistic inscriptions and drawings. You immediately feel a deep sense of awe once you walk through its colorfully tattooed black gates. This historical abode rankshigh in the list of bedazzling Lagos destinations.From the inner courtyard of the gallery where you’ll find the stone sculptures, tie-dye workshop, and hanging craftworks, to the wide variety of art displayed inside the magnificent structure, you can rest assured that your love for Nigerian art will go through the roof.10.Tarkwa Bay BeachLagos StateTarkwa Bay is sheltered beach located near the Lagos Harbour. It’s a popular with swimmers and water-sports enthusiasts, also home to a welcoming resident community. You’ll love this beautiful island that far removed from the hustleand bustle of Lagos. Tarkwa Bay Beach, unlike most public beaches in Lagos, isn’t often noisy or overcrowded. This makes it a great place forsome alone time with your significant other or perhaps a fun day out with your friends.If you are looking for a quiet romantic time, you should visit Tarkwa Bay Beach on a weekday. Though Tarkwa Bay Beach is a small and lesser visited beach, many fun seekers visit it during the weekends, public holidays and festive season.11.Obudu Cattle RanchCross Rivers StateObudu Mountain Resort, formerly known as Obudu Cattle Ranch, is one of the most beautifuland pleasant tourist centre destinations in Nigeria. It is located on the Obudu Plateau, close to the Cameroon border, in the Northeastern part of Cross Rivers State. This resort.
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