Top 5 Travel Destinations in Akwa Ibom State

Often referred to as Land of Promise, Akwa Ibom state is one of the oil producing states of the Niger Delta. It has beautiful landscapes and beaches, that’s why it was named after the famous river “Qua Iboe”. Akwa Ibom paints a picture of coastal mangrove forest, beautiful sand beach resorts, and other interesting places one can visit. Our top five picks are:

Ibom Plaza in Uyo

This monument has a delightful art piece with an open theater, and a shopping center. It stands out as the first of its kind in the history of city modernisation in Nigeria.
The Plaza is a recreational facility, built to provide a first class relaxation centre for people from all walks of life. Its sitting area is modeled in line with the gothic Greco-Roman arena with a giant elevated screen for football and sports enthusiasts. It also boasts of a medical center in case of emergencies, and offers beautiful landscaped venues for important state and private functions for those wanting to say ‘I do’ and other shows.
You can also play with friends at the game centers or grab quick bites at the different restaurants wih exotic dishes on display.
Ibom Plaza is a tourist paradise sitting in this beautiful and culturally rich land of promise.

Ibeno Beach in Ibeno L.G.A.

The Ibeno Beach is one of the beaches with the Atlantic Ocean along the shorelines of Ibeno. It is known as the longest beach in West Africa.
With its beautiful coastline, Ibeno provides endless natural facilities for tourism, water sporting, beach soccer and general boating. Its white sand dunes extend as far as the eyes can see along the Atlantic and remain unaltered by the waves that pour violently on the seashore.
The allure of trees lining the beach provide shelter from the burning rays of the sun for visitors looking for shade after sunbathing or taking strolls about the place.
The beach also provides an ample view of the Gulf of Guinea and has seasoned guards on patrol 24 hours a day to keep visitors safe and to ensure orderliness.
Ibeno beach is your go to for recreational facilities with excellent opportunities for water sports.

The Old Presbyterian Church, Itu

This church was under the supervision of famous missionary, Mary Slessor who stopped the killing of twins and other terrible practices amongst people of the region.
Her tomb was also built on the spot where she was buried, and the house she lived before her death is situated around Ikot/Oron/Itu village in the state.
Located at the Mission Hill Cemetery on Anderson Street, the tomb of Mary Slessor is clearly the most sought-after grave in the city. The church set aside the cemetery for the burial of reputable missionaries who worked for it. The tomb stands out in the quiet burial ground which overlooks the Calabar River.
The Itu hill walk-way also has the first telephone line and post office, among others. The church is a great avenue to learn more about this selfless woman and the history of the people.

Oron National Museum and Beach

The museum was established as a treasure haven for the preservation of hundreds of Ekpu Oro (ancestral spirits of Oron), wood carvings believed to be the oldest and finest wooden sculptures in Africa. Apart from the Ekpu carvings, the museum is also the home of unique skin-covered and horned head masks, the powerful Obasi Njom masquerade from upper Cross River area, old manilla currency, water spirit masquerade relics, traditional raffia and metal works, the traditional pottery and metal works.

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By its location, it offers both recreational and aesthetic facilities to tourists with its sprawling river and beach view, and it also provides visitors with a cultural view of their creativity.
The museum also displays bunkers used during the civil war, as well as a crafts village, and an amphitheater.

Le Meridien Ibom Hotel & Golf Resort

Situated on a hilltop ridge with spectacular views over the rain forest stetching to the mountains of Cameroon, Le Meridien Ibom Hotel and Golf Resort is a 5 star hotel and resort.

It provides the warm friendly service you deserve each time you visit, in an environment so relaxing it ensures memories you won’t forget in a hurry.

While there, you shouldn’t forget to visit its world class 18 hole golf course for the most challenging, memorable golfing experience.

Connoted by peace and serenity, its environment is complimented by its original atmosphere, making this hotel a top choice.

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