Places in Lagos

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ABOUT The Lagos Yacht Club is also known as LYC. It is situated in Magazine Point, Onikan, Lagos Island, Lagos State. Founded by a group of sea lovers in 1932, it is one of the oldest sporting societies in Nigeria. Several gaming activities are held at the clubhouse, especially boat sailing. The club has over 30 members who participate in the annual Whispering Palms Regatta.   The Lagos yacht club is the ideal place for lovers of sailing, boat rides or people looking to enjoy the serenity and ambience of the Atlantic Ocean.   SERVICES Every year, the Yacht Club hosts the Whispering Palms Regatta. Also, the Yacht Clubhouse is an arena for lots of exciting gaming activities. Lagos Yacht Club was established to allow for boat riding and other water sporting activities. It is notable as a fun place for people that enjoy the ambience of the Ocean.   BEST FEATURES Lagos Yacht Club is one of the best sporting clubs in Nigeria. It has lots of exciting features. Some of these features include:  Private Sporting Club Standard Sporting Facilities High-Class location WHO CAN VISIT Lagos Yacht Club is a closed sporting club. Only registered members are allowed in this game club. However, fun-seekers visit the site to enjoy the beauty of the sea.   BEST TIME TO VISIT Lagos Yacht Club is a closed sporting club. Only registered members are allowed in this game club.   SAFETY Lagos Yacht Club is located in a very safe location. Also, security personnel are on-guard at the clubhouse to ensure the safety of visitors. These security officials also help to maintain order during gaming activities.

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History of African Artists' foundation African Artists' foundation was built in 2007 to promote African arts and artists. It is notable as a platform where Nigerian artists can come show their works. Built by Azu Nwagbogu in 2007. African Arts Foundation is an establishment dedicated to promoting African arts and artists. It serves to promote the richness and diversity of Nigerian artists. Security/Safety of African Artists' foundation This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to African Artists' foundation, here are some helpful things to take along with you: A camera with a change of batteries Things to do while at African Artists' foundation Visit the art gallery Buy some of the artworks Best Features It is a celebration of Nigerian art and artists. Writer's Review To go and appreciate and understand Nigerian art. Most common visitors Art lovers, Photographers, Curators The African Artist Foundation promoting Art and Photography- Vanguard news, 2013.

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History of Jankara Market Jankara Market. It is notable as a place to source for locally made products at pocket friendly rates Jankara Market is one of the largest markets in Lagos offering a variety of beads, tie-dyed cloth, pottery and even clothing. Security/Safety of Jankara Market This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Jankara Market, here are some helpful things to take along with you: A pair of sunglasses Light clothing Face cap or hat Things to do while at Jankara Market Visit the various stalls Best Features It is a place to buy locally made goods Writer's Review To go get nice locally made goods at affordable prices Most common visitors Tourists, Historians, Curators. Lamentations of Jankara market traders- The headline in 2012 after the Jankara market got burnt as reported by the Vanguard newspaper

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About Get Arena Get Arena is notable as an arena for racing, arcade games, and rock climbing. Get Arena is the ideal destination for people looking to go kart-racing, play arcade games or just relax from the stress of work or school. Security/Safety of Get Arena This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Get Arena, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Sun glasses A camera with a change of batteries Things to do while at Get Arena Play arcade games Wall climbing Car racing Best Features It is a place to play arcade games, race cars. Writer's Review Go to Get Arena to relax and unwind with fun and games. Most common visitors Fun lovers, Adventurers Go kart in Get Arena today- Naija metro's headline in 2013 advertising the different events offered at Get Arena.

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About Lekki Beach Resort Lekki Beach Resort. It is notable as a relaxation spot for tourists, fun lovers, nature enthusiasts. Lekki Beach Resort offers the best of recreational facilities without sacrificing its traditional golfing principles. It is the ideal fun spot for golfers, leisure seekers and nature lovers. Security/Safety of Lekki Beach Resort This is a very safe location. Don't go near the water unsupervised What To Bring Shorts Sandals Swimming gear Things to do while at Lekki Beach Resort Play golf Collect seashells Build sandcastles Best Features Its closeness to nature, the relaxing ambience Writer's Review To go and relax away from stress. Most common visitors Writers, Fun lovers, Tourists, Nature enthusiasts The water is soothing and the scenery pleasing to the eye- My friend to me on getting to the resort.

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History of Silverbird Galleria Silverbird Galleria was built in 2004 to serve as a shopping mall and entertainment center. It is notable as a shopping mall and relaxation center Built by Silverbird group in 2004. Are you a lover of good movies? food? or just looking for a fun place to hang out in Lagos? The galleria as it is popularly called is the choice destination where fun-loving Lagosians go to unwind from the stress of Lagos. Security/Safety of Silverbird Galleria This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Silverbird Galleria, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Cash A friend, spouse, significant other Things to do while at Silverbird Galleria You can try these at Silverbird Galleria: See a movie Visit the stalls Play the variety of games offered at the arcade center Visit the food court Best Features It is a fun place to relax. Writer's Review To go and unwind in a different way. Most common visitors Leisure seekers, tourists, schools Silverbird announces MBGN 2015 screening- Pulse Nigeria, 2015

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About The Church of Assumption A renowned place of worship in Ikoyi, The Church of Assumption opens its doors to all who visit. If you're looking for a Catholic experience away from home, you should consider visiting here. The Church of Assumption holds 5 masses on Sunday; 6.15am, 8.00am, 10.00am, 12 noon and 6.00pm. Children mass: 10.00am Ikoyi Prison: 9.30am French mass: 1st sunday of the month- 7.00am. Safety This is a relatively safe location. Things to Do This is a welcoming Catholic place of worship where you can come for Mass service, Confession and Communion. What to Bring Before heading to the Church of Assumption here is a list of helpful things to take along with you;  A bible A desire to worship God A friend to worship God with. Best Features The hymns are solemn and heavenly. Best Time to Visit The Church of Assumption The best time to visit the Church of Assumption is during any of the masses. Most Common Visitors The most common visitors are families, friends, class groups, tourists, religious leaders, clergymen. Why You Should Visit To pray and worship God.

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History of Tarzan Beach Resort Tarzan Beach Resort was built in 1980 to allow for a quiet and relaxing time for visitors. It is notable as a fun and serene place for picnics and water sporting activities. It was built by Tarzan Maritime Nigeria. Tarzan offers an escape from the reality of school, work, and life. With its wide range of water sports available, you are sure of a good time. Security/Safety of Tarzan Beach Resort This is a very safe location. Don't go near the water without supervision What To Bring A pair of sunglasses Shorts sandals Things to do while at Tarzan Beach Resort Water skiing Body and wave surfing Picnic Best Features Its relaxing ambience. Most common visitors Fun lovers, Leisure seekers, Tourists A great place for relaxation, a smooth boat cruise and a birthday groove.- A testimony from Manolis Papayianopoulos

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History of Third Mainland Bridge Third Mainland Bridge was built in 1990 to connect the mainland to the island. It is notable as the link between the mainland and the island. Built by Julius Berger Nigeria PLC in 1990. The Third Mainland Bridge is one of the three bridges in Lagos connecting Lagos Island to the mainland. It is the longest of the three, the remaining two being the Carter Bridge and the Eko bridge. Security/Safety of Third Mainland Bridge This is a very safe location. Don't stop on the bridge late at night Things to do while at Third Mainland Bridge Soak in the view of the Atlantic ocean Experience the coolness of the Ocean Best Features It links two parts of Lagos together. Most common visitors Commuters Lagos lights up Third Mainland bridge- The punch newspaper, January 2016.

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About Black Heritage Museum Black Heritage Museum was built to preserve relics from the slave trade era. It is notable as a reminder of a bleak segment of the past, and also a testament to the resilience of the region. Black Heritage Museum with its relics from a non too romantic slave trade era takes you on a walk through the life of a slave. Security/Safety of Black Heritage Museum This is a very safe location. What To Bring A camera with spare batteries Things to do while at Black Heritage Museum See the relics of the slave trade. Educate yourself on slave trade history. See the culture of Badagry people pre-slave trade. See the different galleries explaining the various aspects of the slave trade. Best Features It is a living history museum that educates us about the struggles of our predecessors. Writer's Review To go and educate themselves on the struggles of our predecessors Most common visitors Historians, Curators, Tourists. We have divided the gallery into subdivisions, each showing how the slave trade started and its abolition- My tour guide to me A walk of a lifetime through Badagry slave route- An excerpt from travel start blog.

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History of Club Quilox Club Quilox was built in 2013 to provide a diverse entertainment facility for fun-seeking Lagosians. It is notable as the spot for a perfect TGIF! Built by Shina Peller in 2013. Club Quilox is a lifestyle hub offering the best in music, food and party to fun-seeking Lagosians. Security/Safety of Club Quilox This is a very safe location. Don't drink if you are driving What To Bring A nice pair of shoes Things to do while at Club Quilox Visit the restaurant Go to the karaoke bar Best Features It is a lifestyle hub involving food, party and music. Writer's Review To go and unwind and have fun away from the stress of Lagos. Most common visitors Fun seekers, Party planners Quilox celebrates anniversary in grand style- Nigerian Entertainment today, 2015 Photos from Davido's welcome party at club Quilox- Nigerian Entertainment today, February 2016.

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History of Lekki Craft Market Lekki Craft Market is notable as a place to get quality African art and craftwork. Looking for quality craftwork in Nigeria? The Lekki market provides beautiful and affordable craft works that celebrate the richness of the African, especially the Nigerian culture. Security/Safety of Lekki Craft Market This is a very safe location. Don't leave your belongings unguarded What To Bring Before heading to Lekki Craft Market, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Face cap or hat Light clothing Things to do while at Lekki Craft Market Visit the various stalls Best Features It is a place to get cultural items. Writer's Review To go get quality goods at affordable prices. Most common visitors Art lovers, Tourists. Curators. Crafts market Lekki- An excerpt from a piece by iloveLagos blog.