hear most times about Eastern Nigeria dominated by the Igbo ethnic group is the
agitation for Biafra. But what a number of Nigerians do not know is that there
is more to this region than the agitation for secession. There are deposits of
tourists destinations tucked in different parts of the region from Enugu to Imo,
Ebonyi, Anambra, and Abia.
visit in Eastern Nigerian, Jumia Travel shares 6 destinations to include in your
itinerant.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
