5 Hidden Tourist Destinations You Must Visit In Nigeria

If you want to escape to a wonderful tourist destination that is quiet, stunning, and hidden, forget about the overrated Obudu Mountain Resort. You may never believe these hidden tourist destinations are in Nigeria – this is what makes them exceptional. We bring to you some tourist destinations you would love to visit to get that experience you won’t forget for a while.
Azumini Blue River, Abia

You must have heard about the Pink Lake in Australia that has become a major tourist hotspot. Why spend so much money traveling out of the country to see some amazing water scenery when we have the Blue River in Azumini? Azumini is located in Abia State – a very quiet village that attracts even expatriates to it. Azurnini Blue River is a crystal-clear blue water that has a span of sand where you can lay back and relax on chairs. The smell of local delicacies, especially the seafoods would fill you in around the shores of this river. Do not forget that the nightlife here is simply fantastic.

Mbari Cultural Centre, Imo
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Welcome to another home of ancient gods in Nigeria. We are talking about Mbari Cultural Centre – an open space museum at Eke-Nguru in Aboh Mbaise, Imo State where you are see many artifacts that depict local deities in Mbari, Imo State. These gods include Ogwugwu (forest god) and Amadioha (thunder god). Each of these deities have their messengers such as owl, monkeys, snakes, rams and tortoise. If you want to fully understand the Igbo aesthetic, this is where you should be.

Igbo-Ukwu, Anambra

Igbo-Ukwu has become that ancient town a lot of tourists would love to visit. It was here bronze artifacts were first discovered in 1938 by Thurstan Shaw, an English archaeologist. This town is one of the most important places in Nigeria because of its three archaeological sites.

Silicon Hill, Enugu

We are not talking about the famous Silicon Valley of California. Our own Silicon Hill is in Enugu – very close to Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT). It is more than 300 metres above sea level with a breath-taking scene. For the lovers, you can take their pre-wedding pictures here.
Birnin Kudu Rock Painting, Jigawa

The North may be boiling, but not the South of Jigawa State where the Birnin Kudu Rock Painting is located. These ancient paintings have been beautifully placed on these rocks to give you an idea of ancient history. A lot of tourists come around here to see the creativity of the early dealers in this part of the country.
These five hidden places are not overcrowded for those who may not appreciate crowds. You can even spend your vacation around these places to really explore these great places. Do you know any place where we love that is hidden from popular places in Nigeria that we miss? You can share these destinations when you comment for other readers to visit too.