Osun Oshogbo Sacred Grove
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Osun Oshogbo Sacred Grove was established in , Built by in .
Considered the last remnant of a wide spread Yoruba tradition of establishing sacred groves in honor of Yoruba deities, the grove is a dense forest, dotted with art works, sculptures, sanctuaries and shrines honoring the goddess Osun and some other deities.
Reason For Loving Place
This grove is one of many that dotted the Yoruba southwest of Nigeria. Human encroachment and culture erosion leaves the Osun Osogbo Grove as the only one standing. It is of considerable size, estimated at 75 hectares. It straddles the Osun river, and has various shrines and sculptures.
What To Bring
["Hiking gear"]
Ways Of Travel
By car and motorbike
Historical Incidence
["The grove was inscribed as an UNESCO Heritage Site in 2005"]
Nice Things About Place
The placement of sculptures have helped to reinforce the forest as a sacred grove, which began roughly forty years ago. The shrines are of great significance to the Yoruba culture.
Reason To Recommend Place
The grove receives numerous visitors yearly, and there are various festivals and rituals taking place all year round at the grove.
