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Lagos Nigeria

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First signs of human activity in the territory of modern Nigeria date back to the 7th – 8th centuries BC. Scientists think that this is exactly where the ancient Nok civilization of an early Iron Age appeared 3,000 years ago. This marvelous civilization mysteriously disappeared, leaving only multiple terracotta statues. Later, the nomadic Yoruba people inhabited this region and formed several early states. … Open

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Lagos Nigeria sightseeing

Originally, the Yoruba people inhabited the territory of modern Lagos. They called their village Eko which meant “farm” in their language. Some sources say that Eko could also mean “camp”. In 1472, Portuguese naval explorer Rui de Sequeira reached this land. When he saw the beautiful area, “lakes” or Lagos was the first word that came to his mind. This is how the region got its name. Starting from 1704, … Open

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Accra

When searching for an interesting place to take a stroll, make your choice in favor of James Town. This peaceful neighborhood is famous for its original architecture. During a walk here, tourists can see buildings of the colonial period and ruins of the buildings that were constructed here more than 300 years ago. James's Fort is the main architectural attraction in this ... Open »

Abuja

The Anglican Church of Nigeria is a unique landmark in Abuja. Do not even try to find a typical Christian cathedral in this African city. The main church in Abuja is an original and modern building. The façade of the building is asymmetrical. Broken lines and sharp edges have become a signature feature of this Christian shrine. The fan-shaped roof of the building is the most ... Open »

Ouagadougou

The Village Artisanal de Ouagadougou is a great place to get acquainted with the local color. This is an original place where you can buy souvenirs of any kind; what is more, everything is handmade. The building “village” is truly impressive – it immediately becomes clear that this place is worth a look. The Laongo Sculpture Symposium is a wonderful place – you can ... Open »

Luanda

The fort remained impregnable and was completely reconstructed after this period. Today, the historic monument houses an interesting military museum. It stores old weapons and military uniforms, old maps and documents related to military periods. The cultural center often hosts thematic programs on the history of Angola. Among the colonial architecture preserved in the ... Open »

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Photogallery of Lagos Nigeria, Nigeria

Top sigths of Nigeria

Chapters of the guide to Lagos Nigeria

Lagos Nigeria sightseeing

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