UNVEIL RICH NIGERIAN CULTURE, ART AND HISTORY

UNVEILING INTERESTING HISTORICAL TOURIST SITES IN NIGERIA

The first historical tourist attraction that a lot of people don’t know about is the Ojukwu Bunker.

OJUKWU BUNKER

When we talk about tourism in Nigeria as a country, we won’t forget to talk about the OJUKWU BUNKER WAR MUSEUM CENTER located in Umuahia, the capital city of Abia state, Nigeria. Nigeria is a country full of past histories which has been preserved up till date and has gradually turned into a source of tourism to tourists who intend to study, research, and enjoy the past histories of Nigeria.

History of Ojukwu Bunker War Museum

Nigeria is made up of three tribes which are the Igbos, Yorubas, and the Hausas. Now, let me be quick, the Igbos really wanted to be a sovereign nation under the umbrella name BIAFRA, they wanted to separate from Nigeria so badly that it caused a lot of controversies between them and the Nigerian government.

The Nigerian government was never in support of them leaving the country and becoming a nation of their own. This led to what is called the Nigerian Civil War. The Nigerian government decided to fight the Igbos (Biafrans) who wanted freedom to make their own sovereign nation. This escalated, and a man from the Igbos named OJUKWU decided to champion this war by being the leaders of the Igbos (Biafrans) during this civil war.
This bunker is like a tunnel and very narrow to get into. It was a very beautiful sight to behold, inside this underground bunker there was an old big radio transmitter where Ojukwu transmitted a lot of information to Biafrans from the bunker. This bunker also had an escape route where they could escape from when there was a tip off or danger in the bunker.

Osun-Osogbo Sacred Groves

The Osun-Osogbo Sacred Groves are a UNESCO World Heritage site located on the outskirts of Osogbo in Osun State. These sacred groves are dedicated to the Yoruba goddess Osun and contain shrines, sculptures, and artworks depicting Yoruba cosmology and traditions. They are one of the last remaining examples of the once widespread Yoruba settlement design

FELA SHRINE

Thinking 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, not forgetting the sacrosanct palm-wine, get ready to get a political education, a lesson in?shakin-it? and a contact high! The New Afrika Shrine, an open-air entertainment Centre located in Ikeja, Lagos State. It serves as the host location of the annual Felabration music festival. Currently managed by Femi Kuti and Yeni Anikulapo-Kuti, it is the replacement 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.

OBUDU CATTLE RANCH

We will be taking a tour of the majestic Obudu mountains and enjoy nature in all of its beauty. Obudu is one of the finest and most magnificent tourist destinations in Nigeria and is located in the highlands of Cross River State. You can expect: Ground Transportation from Enugu to Obudu and back

Accommodation

All Meals (Breakfast /Lunch and Dinner)

Insurance

Cameroon Border Viewpoint.

Holy Mountain

Cable ride

Canopy Walkway

Nela Waterfalls

Security

Facility tour

Games and other recreational activities.

KAJURU CASTLE IN KANO

The Kajuru Castle isn’t ancient. It isn’t even African in the sense that it was built by an eccentric and visionary German businessman by the name Burg Heinrichswalde in Kaduna. It was built in a European and German fashion. It has a baronial hall, complete with suits of armor.

The Kajuru Castle has dungeon like bedrooms and towers with crenulated walls. There are even crocodiles in the pits guiding the castle.

The castle overlooks a vast, peaceful and picturesque savanna. It is a good place to have families and small private parties. The atmosphere is quite relaxing and conducive. The castle is fully equipped for luxury self-service. There is a swimming pool, and the kitchen come with modern kitchen items as well.

SUKUR CULTURAL LANDSCAPE

The Sukur Cultural Landscape in Adamawa State is another UNESCO World Heritage site. It is an ancient settlement with a long history of iron work and strong political institutions dating back to the 16th century. The site contains above-ground and below-ground structures, shrines, and ceramics

EMIR OF KANO PALACE

The Emir of Kano Palace in Kano is regarded as one of the most important historical places in Nigeria. It is the palace of the Emir (king) of the Hausa people, whose culture has existed in the region for over 1,000 years. The vibrant Durbar festival, featuring the Emir’s entourage and bejeweled horsemen, is a major attraction.

NATIONAL WAR MUSEUM, UMUAHIA

The National War Museum in Umuahia, Abia State, preserves relics and artifacts from various wars in Nigeria’s history, including the Nigerian Civil War in the 1960s. It serves as a reminder of the country’s recent turbulent past.

SLAVE HISTORY MUSEUM, CALABAR

The Slave History Museum in Calabar is a significant site for learning about the area’s history as a major slave port during the transatlantic slave trade. The museum houses artifacts from the slave era, including remnants of ships and their cargo.

So, in summary, the Osun-Osogbo Sacred Groves, Sukur Cultural Landscape, Emir of Kano Palace, National War Museum, and Slave History Museum are some of the most popular historical sites in Nigeria that attract tourists interested in the country’s rich cultural heritage and past.

 

 

 

 

 

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