The Royal palace of the Oba of Benin
The Royal palace of the Oba of Benin was established in 1255AD – 1280AD, Built by Oba Ewedo in 1255AD – 1280AD.
Located in the heart of Benin, the royal palace is home to the Oba of Benin and other royal leaders.
Notable As
the home of the Oba of Benin and other royal leaders.
What To Bring
["Camera or a good camera phone."]
Reason To Recommend Place
To go and learn a bit about the rich Benin history.
Nice Things About Place
The superior architectural design of the palace and the rich traditions practised here.
Reason For Loving Place
It is a celebration of the rich Benin culture.
Demolished In
1897
Quote About Place
["Eight things not to do in the oba of Benin palace- Travel guide in 2016."]
Historical Incidence
["it was destroyed in 1897 during the British expedition","It was made a UNESCO heritage site in 1999"]
Things To Do
["Go on a tour of the palace.","Learn about the history of the palace.","Take pictures of the architectural designs."]
Type Of People Who Visit
Curators, Archaeelogists and historians are common faces here.
