Where to See UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Nigeria
All over the world, there are many UNESCO World Heritage Sites that attract millions of visitors to them – Nigeria is not excluded. It is interesting that some Nigerians aren’t even aware that their states have these historic sites that command respect and give credit to Mother Nature. These sites have been in existence long before civilization came to the country. It is not often that many of us would want to party, hike or even laze on beaches. Sometimes, we want to see the extraordinary which is what we are providing in this article.
Sukur Cultural Landscape, Adamawa State
Stone age iron smelting community of Sukur in Adamawa State, Northern Nigeria, now a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site – StefanCramerOsun-Osogbo Grove, Osun State
“Templo Osun3″ by Alex Mazzeto – Jurema OliveiraSurame Cultural Landscape, Sokoto State
Muhammadu Kanta Sarkin Kebbi created Surame in the 16th century, but left it in the 1700s. This is a wonder of man’s creativity, ingenuity, and civilization. It has been added in the Natural category of the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List, and is an ancient Nigerian national monument. The walls of Surame Cultural Landscape are made of stones. There is a palace for the chief of the village.
Ogbunike Caves, Enugu State
Source: news380wazobia.comAlok Ikom Monoliths, Cross River State
Source: originalpeople.org
