Visit these beautiful places in Abeokuta

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November 7, 2017 1:09 PM

Olumo rock is definitely not the only tourist attraction in Abeokuta, try visiting these places too.

Going to Abeokuta and have no where to visit in mind? Worry no more, weve got you covered.

1. Visit Olumo Rock

Oluma Rock is a popular tourist attraction in the city of Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria. It was used as a fortress by the Egba people in the early 19th century. Olumo rock sits in the ancient city centre of Abeokuta, a name which means “Under the rock”, and has a height of 137 metres above sea level.

Abeokuta is just about an hours drive from the bustling metropolitan city of Lagos providing convenient access to an array of hotels, restaurants, clubs, casinos and various nightlife activities.

2. Centenary Hall

Located opposite the Ake’s Palace, the Centenary Hall in Ake’s area of Abeokuta was constructed in 1950 to commemorate the one hundred years that Abeokuta had been in peace after the last inter-tribal war.

The building of the Abeokuta Memorial Centenary Hall emanated from His Majesty Oba Ladapo Ademola II, KBE, The Alake of Egbaland to commemorate the Centenary (100 years) of Egba settlement in Abeokuta.

3. Oyan River dam

The Oyan River Dam is in Abeokuta North local government area of Ogun State in the West of Nigeria, about 20 km north west of the state capital Abeokuta.

The dam crosses the Oyan River, a tributary of the Ogun River. It is used primarily to supply raw water to Lagos and Abeokuta but has the potential for use in irrigation and power generation.

4. Abeokuta Golf Club

Friendly and accommodating, Abeokuta golf club is a must visit. It caters for the cross-section of golfers that attend during the day.

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