Anambra State is an highly industrious and rich state in Southeastern Nigeria. It is the most industrialized state after Lagos.
It houses the largest market in West Africa i.e. Onisha Market, the hub of Automobiles in Africa in Nnewi to be precise and other striving companies. Trading activities is fostered more by the surrounding states, including Kogi, Enugu, Abia, Imo, and Rivers.
It is blessed with natural resources such as Iron Ore, Limestone, Marble, Petroleum, Natural Gas, and Arable soil with lakes or rivers to help with water supply (which aid in the cultivation of food and cash crops alike).
The growth in Anambra State can be attributed to not only the Government but to its people who give willingly back to the society. Anambra produced notable men like Prof Kenneth Dike, Dora Akuyili, Nnamdi Azikiwe just to mention a few.
Want to visit Anambra State? Check out these tourist sites:
A farmer, Isaiah Anozie, discovered a significant number of bronze artwork, glass beads, pieces of ceremonial pottery, and even remains of an elite burial while cultivating his farmland in 1938.
Igbo-Ukwu, which means "Great Igbo," is evidence that there was once a prosperous, artistic society with impeccable craftsmanship about a millennium ago. Igbo-Ukwu may represent the ancestral legacy of the Igbos, one of Nigeria's largest ethnic groups.
Ikenga Obododike meaning a town of warriors was named after a warlord Ikenga who went on several successful hunting expenditures.
Out of jealousy, Ikenga's siblings teamed up and chased him out of their father's house. He settled in this present-day location.
One striking thing about Ikenga is the Ikenga Virgin Forest, Nigeria's only known virgin forest.
Ikenga is surrounded by Igboukwu, Isuofia, Ezinifite, and Ekwulobia and has a population of 10,000 people with a large land mass.
It is a typical rain forest composed of tall evergreens, climbers, and thick shrubs, the home of many species of animals that have gone extinct in other parts of the country.
At the center of the forest is a communal shrine presided over by a high priest who protects and ensures that the sanctity of the forest is never compromised.
Connects the bustling commercial town of Onitsha with ports at Port Harcourt, and Warri in Delta State.
A drive-through wouldn't be a bad idea.
Ogbunike cave was a hiding place during the Nigerian Civil War and has sheltered the people for many centuries. The people hold an annual festival called "Ime Ogbe," celebrated in commemoration of the discovery of the caves.
Legends claim that the cave is the home of a deity known as Ogba.
It is said that the Ogbunike caves were discovered by Ukwa, a man from the Umucheke family of Ifite-Ogbunike, about 4000 years ago.
It is a great site to behold.
Agulu Lake is a beautiful site to behold, with the water stretching as far as the eyes can see. Fishing and other recreational activities are not allowed as it is home to hundreds of crocodiles and water turtles.
These animals are sacred to the people and must not be killed.
Agulu Lake is also believed to be possessed by evil spirits.
Odinani Museum was conceived several years ago by the late Prof. Angulu Onwuejiogwu and Thomas Shaw and was renovated by Engineer Charles Tabansi after a painful collapse.
Odinani Museum houses the valued cultural antiquities that tell the origin and history of the Igbo nation.
Rojenny Holiday Village is a tourism resort located on the outskirts of Onitsha. It stretches over a massive expanse of land and is undoubtedly a perfect holiday destination.
This resort is characterized by a gentle breeze, a massive expanse of land, trees, beautiful lawns, and notable structures.
The tourist attractions include;
- a zoo (which harbors wildlife, rare birds, aquatic animals, etc.);
- a Night Club,
- a basketball, volleyball, tennis courts,
- a museum,
- an amusement park for children, and many more.
Playhouse lounge, Lounge 24
Playhouse is one of many nightclubs to spice your vacation up.
You are bound to enjoy good music, excellent drinks, and food while you meet different men and women.
Festivals like the Omaba festival, Ijele masquerade, and annual yam festival are a part of the tradition of the Anambra folks. You get to witness the rich culture and see the people just as they are.
Isn't Anambra really the "Light of the Nation"?
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