Top Cultural Activities in Bauchi State

Nigerians know Bauchi as the Home Of Peace & Hospitality –  and that is what it is. Over the years, Bauchi State has been able to produce some of the best tourist sites in the country. We have taken out time to see what the people of Bauchi are famous for and it may interest you to know about some of our findings.

The traditional Wresting and Boxing

Wresting and boxing have become a famous event that attracts a lot of people to the state. Interestingly, you’ll also find people from other African countries like Cameroon, Chad and Niger state coming out here to participate in the events. The boxing is known as Dambe while Kokowa is the traditional wresting.

Bauchi State Festival of Arts and Culture (BAFEST)

The Bauchi State Festival of Arts and Culture (BAFEST) is a great festival that is well attended every year by many people. This event is set up to showcase the  rich cultural heritage specific to the different local government areas in the state. It always makes for an exhilarating experience.

Fashion Sense

Babanriga is already a popular type of gown that has spread across the country. This style originated from Bauchi and they are famed for the pretty embroidered gowns and the accompanying caps. Also, the interior design industry is great here with its leather works, pottery, agricultural tools and metal works. You can buy some of these items at a very low cost compared to what you can get from any showroom in the country.

Durbar Festival

The Durbar festival is popular for the horse racing that happens at the event. The parades of beautifully decorated horses that are seen from the Eid prayer ground down to the traditional ruler’s palace just stokes your anticipation for the main race that happens at the event. You’ll get to see the horsemen display some incredible moves that would make the experience worth your while.

Kyaro War Dance

This war dance is sure to impress you because of the way that the dance is performed. Any one who has witnessed this dance will always be eager to come back to see it again.

These are some of the events and activities that butress the point of Bauchi State being an amazing place to visit during your vacation. Be sure to schedule your next vacation to Bauchi such that you can get to witness or experience some of these events.

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