Where To Go: Silicon Hill, Enugu

Only few states in the country can boast of the craggy credentials of the Coal City, Enugu and if you have a thirst for mountain climbing or something similar, Silicon Hill stands handy to give you an exhilarating experience. The hill is spread at Nkalogu near the Enugu State University of Technology (ESUT) 300m above sea level. Silicon, an important raw material is eponym for the hill’s name is a commonly found in the area, boldly asserting the natural wealth of the state. Every year, the state commission on tourism records a staggering number of visitors who mount the hill for their viewing and climbing pleasure.

Affordable
At a price you can definitely afford, you get to witness incredibly captivating scenery of hills, valleys and plains. Friendly guides are also on ground to share historical notes about the hill as they show you around this gigantic pride of the East.

What you’re looking for
Some say that climbing a hill is not just about the view from the top. That is too “grown up”. If you are of that view, the Silicon Hill still has a variety of thrills. Bearing in mind that climbing increases flexibility, strength and endurance, this is a perfect place for workout challenges right in nature’s bosom.

Whether it’s picnic, a tryst-on-a-cliff magic, wanting to see the beauty of Enugu from an elevated level, or an escape from your busy life, the Silicon Hill has got what you need.