EXCITING PLACES TO VISIT IN NASARAWA STATE,NIGERIA.

 

Nasarawa State has numerous unique locations and is such a fantastic place for ecotourism. The Farin Ruwa Fall in Wamba LGA is the most visited destination in the state; together with it, below are some amazing tourist attractions in Nasarawa.

The waterfall at Farin Ruwa

The waterfall is between the Bokkos and Wamba local council boundaries and roughly 120 kilometers from Lafia and 30 kilometers from Wamba. It is so similar to Zambia's Victoria Falls and Canada's Niagara Falls in terms of beauty. This waterfall is such a beautiful sight to behold. 

Adventurers and tourists are always welcome at any time of the year, but the dry season is the ideal time to go to the waterfall due to how unfriendly the path that leads to the falls is.

The road is surrounded by vegetation, so if you are allergic to grass touching your skin, you should wear coverups if you want to go during the rainy season.

 Umaisha River Bank

The Igbiras live in Umaisha, a historical hamlet in Nasarawa State's Toto local government area that dates back to the 14th century.

A river flows behind the settlement and crosses over to the River Benue, where the locals hold the Ogani Fishing and Cultural Festival. It's a festival of water sports that includes diving, boating, fishing, swimming, and racing.

Lake Peperuwa

This natural lake is elongated and is located northwest of Assakio town in the state's capital.

The lake, which is approximately 7 km in length and 3.8 km in width, is well-known for its aquatic wildlife, including manatees, fish, hippopotamuses, ducks, and geese.

It is a beautiful lake that gives visitors an excellent opportunity to have fun and discover the surroundings' wonders. There is no danger to one's safety here; the area is a somewhat safe one.

 

 Karofi Dyeing Center, Laffia 

The Kofar Fada at the Emir's Palace is very close to the Karofi Dyeing Center. Traditional clothing is weaved and colored in various sizes and patterns at the dye pits in this dyeing center.

To experience the activities in a local dye shop, you should Visit Karofi in Lafia. This location allows you to easily access the National Art Gallery, cultural centers, and other tourist attractions in the capital. 

Salt Village of Akiri

Akiri village is a salt town in the state where local salt miners use spring water for salt processing. It is situated in the Awe local government area and is about 145km from Lafia.

The Oku Akpa Rock

This rocky outcrop in the Nasarawa town is ideal for hiking, hunting, bird watching, and other outdoor activities.

Eggon Hills 

Over 30 meters high, the Eggon Hills are renowned for their adventure. Since the colonial era, the rocks that resemble kopjes and inselbergs have been an attraction for tourists.

At the top of these hills, Europeans built homes next to the slow-moving streams and distinctive rock formations.

Doma Dam 

Located about 6 kilometers from Doma town, the Doma Dam is an artificial structure built to irrigate crops in time past.

The dam is divided into three arms, each more than two kilometers long and thirty meters wide. The area around the dam is mountainous and covered in dense vegetation. In the dam, fishing is also permitted. Doma Dam is an excellent location for sightseeing and picnics.

Akiri Springtime

Akiri Warm Spring, situated in Awe local government, lives up to its name by being warm and even warmer in the fall and winter. The spring water periodically erupts bubbles that resemble boiling water.

The residents of Akiri consume it and take baths in it because they think it can treat some illnesses. It is a reasonably secure area. Visitors to the Akiri warm spring use it for swimming and drinking. Anyone looking to meditate could go there.

Ara Rock

Ara Rock is situated in Ara Town, 220 miles from Lafia, the state capital, and 12 kilometers from Nasarawa. Ara Rock rises majestically like a tower 120 meters above the earth and provides a stunning view of Ara town.

 

In case your visit Nasarawa or reside in Nasarawa, now you know the lovely places you could go to have fun and relaxation; if you need to get a trip to any of these places planned for you, Ultitour travels is highly recommended. For more exciting places to visit, stay connected to this blog-Youtravels blog. 

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