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Emir of Katsina Palace
Emir of Katsina Palace

Emir of Katsina Palace

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Katsina

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History of Emir of Katsina Palace Emir of Katsina Palace. A symbol of culture, history and traditions of ‘Katsinawa’, the Katsina Royal Palace, also known as Gidan Korau, is a huge complex located in the centre of the ancient city. Security/Safety of Emir of Katsina Palace This is a very safe location. If you are a female, follow the local customs and cover your hair before heading out What To Bring Before heading to Emir of Katsina Palace, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Camera to capture the sights and take selfies with Sun shades and a hat for the heat Best Features Said to be built as far back as 1348 by Muhammadu Korau who is believed to be the first Muslim King of Katsina, this is one of the oldest and among the first generation Palaces in Hausaland. Traditionally, it is known as 'Gidau Korau' which means 'House of Korau'. Although now extinct, the Palace was encircled with a rampart called ‘Ganuwar Gidan Sarki’. The main gate which leads to the Palace is known as ‘Kofar Soro’ while the gate at the backyard is called ‘Kofar Bai’, which is also now extinct. The Emir’s residential quarters which is the epicenter of the Palace, is a large compound built in the typical Hausa traditional architecture. Writer's Review Coming over during one of the festivals celebrations held here is a must. The sights of the palace in their colorful regalias, the palace guards and staff, the Emir himself in all his glory, the sights and sound of merriment for the locals, all these guarantee a truly incredible insight to the lives of those that call the Katsina Emirate home.

Emir of Daura Palace
Emir of Daura Palace

Emir of Daura Palace

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Katsina

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History of Emir of Daura Palace Emir of Daura Palace. This is the palace of the head of the Daura Emirate, one of the seven true Hausa states. Security/Safety of Emir of Daura Palace This is a very safe location. If you are a female, follow the local customs and cover your hair before heading out What To Bring Before heading to Emir of Daura Palace, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Camera to capture the sights and take selfies with Sun shades and a hat Best Features This colorfully decorated Palace which was constructed with traditional building materials depict Northern Nigeria's traditional architectural designs dating back to the early 19th century. Housing the traditional head of the Daura Emirate, the palace bears strong cultural significance as the Emirate is seen to be one of the true seven Hausa states. This title comes from legend which says that Bayajidda, a figure from Hausa mythology, killed a snake preventing locals from drawing from a well and the queen of the region married him and gave birth to seven children who became rulers of seven regions; the seven true Hausa States. As the birthplace of Nigerian President Buhari, the palace has received an increased traffic with tourists and political favor-seekers thronging its corridors. Writer's Review The ceremonial garb and decorations of the palace staff is a sight to behold. Here, the local culture is rich and displayed to maximum opulence. The imposing Emir’s Palace is not only a splendid piece of architecture which enthralls tourists, it is a symbol of Islamic authority, a legacy of traditional Hausa architecture and an enduring monument of an organised society.