9 Tourists Destinations To Visit In Ìgbo land

9 Tourists Destinations To Visit In Ìgbo land

The news we often hear most times about Igbo land is the agitation for Biafra. But what a number of Nigerians and rest of the world do not know is that there is more to this region than the agitation for Biafra. There are deposits of tourists destinations tucked in different parts of the region from Enugu to Imo, Ebonyi, Anambra, Abia. Igbo parts of Delta state and igbo parts of River state. For travellers who are preparing for adventure or looking for where to visit in Ìgbo land Nigerian

1.Ngwo Pine Forest

The Ngwo Pine Forest is a large collection of pine trees in a beautiful formation. It is a perfect place for relaxation and picnic. The forest also houses a cave and waterfall which is approximately 30-minute walk away from the thick forest. Enugu is the home of the Pine Forest.

2.National War Museum

One phase that can never be forgotten in the history of Eastern Nigeria is the period of the Biafran war. The war took place between 1967 and 1970. It was a bitter and brutal war. So, if you want to relive the war experience, you should visit the National War Museum located in Umuahia, Abia State. It was established in 1985.

3.The Long Juju of Arochukwu

Arochukwu is a peaceful and quiet town in Abia State. Situated in this town is the Long Juju of Arochukwu. This mystic shrine significance was boosted by the slave trade activities that took place around the shrine. Thus making it one of the most important tourist attractions in South East Nigeria.

4.Awhum Waterfalls

The waterfall is located in Amangwe village of Udi local government in Enugu state. The fall is 30 meters high and a section of it is always warm throughout the year. The water is also reported to have spiritual and healing powers.

5.Ogbunike Caves

The Ogbunike Caves are arguably the most popular tourist destination in the region. The cave is located in Anambra state. They are inhabited by a large colony of bats of various sizes and tourist have to take 317 ascending stairs to get to the entrance of the cave where visitors are required to take off their shoes. Visitors are also required to drop some money at the entrance of the cave. It is currently on the tentative list of the United Nations Education Scientific And Cultural Organisation’s World Heritage Site.

6.The Statue of Jesus Christ

The Statue of Jesus Christ is the tallest statue in Eastern Nigeria. It is 28 ft tall and situated at the St. Aloysius Catholic Parish, Abajah in Imo state. The statue is modelled like that of the Christ the Redeemer Statue in Rio de Janeiro.

7: Ndibe sand Beach.

Ndibe Sand Beach in Afikpo North, Ebonyi State is one of the best tourist sites in Igbo land. The Beach has become a resort to tourists because of the pleasantness it offers. Ala Igbo Amaka!

8:The Mungo park house.

The house was constructed by the Royal Niger Company (RNC) in 1886 and used as an administrative and a military house, named after Mungo Park who was born in 1771 in Foulshiels, Selkirk, Scotland and known for the discovery of river Niger. The mungo park house which is now a national museum is located along Nnebisi Road, Asaba, Delta state Nigeria. It’s in depleting form due to harsh weather conditions,but the house has rich history of the journey to civilization, events in the country as well as subsequently serving as secretariat to several government agencies.The house is close to the Grand Hotel, Asaba, and is a definitely a place to visit.

9: Bonny Island

Bonny Island is one of the best places to visit in one of Ìgbo territories in Rivers State. However, you have to endure 1 hour 45 minutes on a boat or about 1-hour speed boating over the Bonny River to reach this island. The trip is worth the effort as the Island screams fun. There are popular spots like the Finima beach and nature park, carnivals which are the major attractions for tourists especially during the festive seasons. Meanwhile, Bonny Island is home to various oil companies like Shell, NLNG among others. It also has an airstrip which is super convenient for fast mobility to Abuja, Lagos, and PH City.