Persons who spend a substantial
amount of time touring — whether owing to professional demands or a sheer quest
to assuage wanderlust — can often attest to the nerve-soothing effects of being
exposed to heterogeneous cultures, classical antiques, and bewildering
landscapes.
Nigeria embodies quite a number
of budget-friendly tourist attraction centres renowned for their mesmerizing
splendour as well as intriguing historical accounts or mythical practices that
accompany them.
Whether you’re up for the beach;
the mountains; the rocks; fun parks; museums; forest reserves; or waterfalls,
you could never run out of places to visit while on tour in Nigeria.
From the Lekki Conservation Centre
and Anambra’s Ogbunike Caves to the grandiose Millenium Park situated in Abuja,
here’s to take you on a trip to some of Nigeria’s highly-placed tourist
attraction and recreational centres.
Ogbunike Caves, Anambra
Like the name readily suggests,
Ogbunike is a collection of caves that have been used for many centuries by
local people who have attached a spiritual significance to them. It is located
in a valley blanketed by a tropical rain forest.
The cave’s main chamber consists
of ten tunnels leading to different directions, some of which are
interconnected. Tourists are made to remove their shoes before entering the
caves while women on their monthly cycle cannot go in.
Millenium Park, Abuja
Located in the Maitama District
of Abuja, Millenium Park is one of the largest public parks in Nigeria. It was
inaugurated by Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom on December 2003. The
park is split into two by a river which crosses it in its main rectilinear
axis.
One side is dedicated to
uncontaminated nature and houses mountain vegetation, a savanna, deciduous
forest, rainforest, brushwoods and greenhouses for butterflies and tropical
birds. The other is to the scientific knowledge of natural environments.
Lekki Conservation Centre,
Lagos
If you’re looking to escape the
ruckus that the ever-busy city of Lagos could sometimes be, then Lekki
Conservation Centre is one of the best nature reserves to visit for the
purpose. It’s situated on the Lekki Peninsula.
The conservation centre sets
aside a natural habitat for plants and animals — one which has been encroached
on by urbanization in the commercial city. There’s also the longest canopy walk
in Africa, a Rotunda, ponds, volleyball courts, barbecue joints, gym facilities
and much more.
Awhum Waterfall, Enugu
If you’d rather have a peek at
natures grand rock-encased waters, then you should consider a trip to Awhum, a
valley town which also boasts of numerous pristine lakes. The spectacular
waterfall is located in Amaugwe village of Awhum town.
A marked feature of Awhum
Waterfall is the echoing sound given off by cascading waters and the
feet-soothing feel of stone-studded sands that create a sensational illusion.
Many believe Awhum to have curative properties; others simply perceive its
wonders as the height of refreshment.
Obudu Moutain Resort, Cross
River
How about a few days amid an
enthralling stretch of natural landscapes? Obudu Moutain Resort — ever since it
was developed in 1951 — has grown to become a major destination choice for
tourists in Nigeria, especially between October and February.
The clouds bearing down on
mountain peaks and serene valleys as well the refreshing blend of warm and cold
temperatures have left many marveling at the wonders of Obudu. It is situated
close to the Cameroon border, in Northeastern part of Cross Rivers state.
Elegushi Beach, Lagos
Too good to be a privately owned
beach, Elegushi habours exceptional restaurants, night clubs, hangout spots
selling mouth-watering local cuisines. It also offers varieties of live shows
and makes a perfect spot for picnics or social gatherings.
Despite the rapid emergence of
new private beaches in Lekki, Elegushi beach seems to attract the most
visitors. It is situated in the Ikate area of Lekki, quite close to a number of
the exquisite hotels that are ready to have you lodged.
Nike Art Gallery, Lagos
Acclaimed as the largest of its
kind in the whole of Africa, Nike Art Gallery offers an eclectic display of
collections spanning drawings; paintings; spectacular statues; hand-woven
materials, among other artworks. It is situated in Lagos, Nigeria.
The gallery’s collections also
delve into Nigeria’s old traditional values and offer foreigners an opportunity
to explore artifacts typical of African traditions. The facility also houses
restaurants for Nigerian dishes. It has attracted both local and international
tourists over the years.
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