10 stunning places in Nigeria you need to see

If you are visiting Nigeria for the first time, then this article is meant for you, and if you are a Nigerian who is interested in seeing beautiful places, then you can tap into the information that would be shared here. Nigeria is no doubt a beautiful country that would warm your heart.

Pay no attention to the tainted images splashed by the dark hues of terrorism; things are not as bad as you think they are. We do not see carcasses on the streets and roads and our rivers and streams have not turned crimson with blood. Nigeria is a wonderful country with a wide array of beauty from nature; there are beautiful grasslands that would attract you and whispering palms that would make you evaluate that artistic part of you.

Apart from the country being referred to as a populous nation in the continent, it is also a pulsating powerhouse with various events that will leave you endeared to the proud African nation.

If you are visiting Nigeria for the very first time, there are certain places you need to see as they would help you know the country more and expose you to the happening places around. There are thirty-six states in Nigeria; but we would love to show you 10 beautiful places that would no doubt make you love this country more.

Find below some of the beautiful parts of Nigeria you should visit:

1. Abuja

This is the federal capital territory. It is the country’s powerhouse which has all the important sectors of the country in it. It is a well-structured city that would leave you breathless with its beautiful structures and land maps.

Apart from the fact that Abuja is an organized city, it is also one of the well-developed cities in Nigeria. The government infrastructure and five-star hotels would blow your mind.

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2. Lagos

There is no way you want to talk about the amazing places you should visit in Nigeria without adding Lagos to the list. Lagos is just one amazing city you need to visit. It is a popular city in West Africa that is obviously a beautiful mystery considering the serene life one could live in the urban area.

It is the largest city in Africa and also a major financial centre in this continent. What makes Lagos spectacular is the presence of the ports; it has the largest and busiest ports on the continent.

3. Port Harcourt

This city is known for its active late night activities. Although painted as an expensive city, everything has a price attached to it so enjoy. There are many hotels, lounges, clubs, dance bars and restaurants spread out around the city. The city is often referred to as ‘Garden city’ because of its mesmerizing greenery.

4. Warri

It is home of the Wafarians which rest on the bank of River Warri which joins River Forcados and River Escravos through Jone Creek in the lower Niger Delta Region.

There are several tourist sites in Warri. Some of them are Abraka Golf Course, Nana Living History Museum, Red Mangrove swamp, Warri City Stadium, 911 Resorts, Delta City Mall, Olu’s Palace all linked by a top notch Road network.

5. Enugu

This city bears the same name as its capital. The city is filled with life and color emanating from its beautifully planned architecture and a social life like no other.

This city has places that would interest you like Ngwo Pine forest, Eziagu tourism complex, Ani Ozalla Lake, Iva valley coal mine, Awhum waterfall, and other attractions that would make you have an amazing time in the city.

6. Calabar

This is home to the famous Obudu cattle ranch. This is beautiful city that attracts tourists from all over the world. You will not want to visit Nigeria and miss being in such a beautiful city.

It is unique for the famous Calabar festival which is a world-wide carnival and the delicious Calabar soup. The girls from this part of the country are extremely beautiful and demonstrate wifely manners.

7. Akwa-Ibom

This is another beautiful Nigerian city you should visit. People from this city do not ever agree that Calabar is better as they believe they have all it takes in terms of beauty and cultural heritage. The landscape in Akwa-Ibom is well planned out and it has beautiful hotels too. Their well- structured roads are to be noted.

8. Taraba

This state is known as the nature’s gift to the nation. It is also one of the most sparsely populated state. This makes it a wonderful choice or location for nature tourism.

Jalingo is the state capital; Wukari is another important town in the state. The prominent Mambilla Plateau with an average altitude of 1,800 meters (6000 ft) above sea level is found in this state. It has a temperate climate all year round.

9. Jos

This is a city that would no doubt blow your mind with its chillness. Many foreigners enjoy visiting this beautiful city because of its coldness. It is the coldest city in Nigeria and gives foreigners a ‘home away from home’ feeling when they visit it.

Some of the places that will attract you in Plateau state include the Wildlife Safari park, Shere hills, Assop falls, Kurra falls, Wase rock, Kerang highlands, Kurang Volcanic mountain, Pandam game reserve, among many others.

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10. Ekiti

This state was created in 1996 from the old Ondo state, it is an upland zone dotted with hills. The state is known mainly for its naturally lush hilly environment.

The Ikogosi warm and cool water springs, Esa Cave, the beautiful Arinta waterfalls of Ipole-Iloro, Efon-Alaaye mountain ridges and Olosunta hills are places you should visit when in this state.

Source: Legit.ng