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Capital city of Ogun State, Nigeria
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Abeokuta is the state capital of Ogun State in South West Nigeria. The city was home to about 450,000 people in 2006, and the metro area to over 1.1 million. Some ruins remain of the 30-km wall that used to surround the city.
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MKO Abiola Stadium is a multi-use stadium that is used mostly for football matches. It is the home stadium of Gateway F.C., and has a capacity of 10,000 people.
A diminutive zoo on the Federal University of Agriculture Campus.
This is quite the nifty attraction, and popular, too, as it's a large granite dome from which you can view the entirety of the city and its surroundings, including Sts. Peter and Paul Cathedral and the mosque of Abeokuta. Small admission fee that includes a tour guide.
This consists of a library with documents pertaining to the president Olusegun Obasanjo, but much more also: a research library, a recreational theater, an amusement park, and a resort.
Bilikisu Sungbo Shrine is believed to be the tomb of Queen of Sheba from the bible. Legend has it that the Queen of Sheba hailed from Ethiopia where she is known as Queen Balqis. She moved from Ethiopia to Oke Eri, Ijebu area of Ogun state where she later died. It is an exciting tourist centre if one is interested in Abeokuta's history.
National Museum Abeokuta a museum with a wide collection of artefacts, sculptors, and relics of the Egba people. These objects tell the history of the town and the people. At the museum, the gate fee is ₦100 and visitors are offered a tour. Cameras are not allowed. The museum also has a gift shop where objects such as artefacts, bangles, crafts, magazines, books and souvenirs are sold.
Alake of Egbaland Palace
This is the home of the Alake of Egbaland Palace. The palace gate has an inscription: "Aafin Alake Ti Ile Egba," meaning "the palace of Alake of Egbaland." The palace also houses the oldest Bible in Nigeria - a copy of the St James Version of the Bible which was presented by Queen Victoria to Chief Akinrinlewo Sodeke in 1848.
The Oyan River Dam falls about 20 km in the north of Abeokuta. The dam is being considered to be used for irrigation and hydroelectric power supply although it was initially built to supply water to Abeokuta and Lagos. Visitors can try having a picnic while enjoying the scenery. Visitors can also try out activities like fishing, and canoeing with locals.
The Centenary hall according to history was built by the Egba people in 1950. It was built to celebrate their one hundred years of peaceful existence at Abeokuta after the numerous inter-tribal wars. The Centenary hall is a must-see as it is a place with a historical heritage that reflects the culture of the locals.
Capricorn Cinema located in Abeokuta Ogun state. A very nice place to watch your movie both local and international.
Some quality African/Nigerian food.
Buffet. Dine-in. Takeaway. Delivery.
Dine-in. Takeaway. Delivery.
Dine-in. Takeaway. Delivery.
Dine-in. Takeaway. Delivery.
Dine-in. Takeaway. No contact delivery.
Dine-in. Takeaway. Delivery.
Restaurant, event hall, bakery and pastries, indoor games, kiddies outdoor games and facilities, smoothies, barbeque, Asun and Suya.
Delivery, Take away, Dine-in, Good for kids, Causal, cosy.
Delivery, Take away, Dine-in, Good for kids, Casual.
College of Noodles is a mini restaurant in Abeokuta that serves quality savoring meals
Dishes Eatery is a friendly environment where you can relax and enjoy pleasant continental dishes, fruit juice, snacks, confectioneries and good drinks
FT Tasties is a top-notch restaurant with varieties of foods, offering both Dine-in and Take away services
G-Place is an African and continental fast food restaurant
Offering African dishes, continental dishes, catering services and meal planning for events.
Ladun Food Restaurant is a restaurant situated in a cozy environment and a nice place to drink and eat delicious cuisines.
Offers both continental and local dishes.
Novara Foods prepares different varieties of sumptuous local dishes including soups and other delicacies.
A restaurant serving local and international dishes with an open lounge area for relaxation
Sumptuous Food Canteen is a restaurant that serves freshly-prepared mouth-watering continental dishes amongst other varieties.
Offering a wide range of continental dishes with meat options and drinks
Offering the best of Nigerian local and continental dishes while enjoying a wide varieties of sports.
A professionally managed natural food service outlet for delicious healthy African dishes at the right prices.
The Spicy Cafeteria is a restaurant that serves home-style local and continental foods
Dine-in. Takeaway.
Takeaway.
Bars & grill. Dine-in. Takeaway.
Takeaway. Dine-in.
Takeaway. Dine-in.
Sport, bar games, live performance, Karaoke, live music, great cocktails, happy hour drinks, spirits, dancing, beer, free WiFi, toilets, etc.
Next to the presidential library, has lots of amenities, e.g. pool, hot tub, gym, restaurant/bar, wifi, theater/zoo/amusement park next door. Something like a Nigerian Great Wolf Lodge?
Basically all the things you can typically expect from a Radission, with a nice spread for breakfast and a large pool.
Free breakfast, free parking, pool, pet-friendly, air conditioning.
Free parking, free breakfast, free wifi, airport shuttle.
Gym, pool, food service, room service.
First class service in hospitality and comfort.
Conference Hotel is a 5-star luxury hotel with a restaurant serving local and international cuisines, free private parking, a fitness centre and a dedicated bar.
A very nice place to be.
In-store pickup. In-store shopping. Delivery.
A clothing store. In-store shopping. Delivery.
A clothing store. In-store shopping.
Gift shop
In-store shopping. In-store pick up. Delivery.
Abeokuta is halfway between Lagos and Ibadan, high-speed Lagos-Ibadan Railway trains takes about one hour from both cities and there several departures every day.
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