Abuja, popularly referred to as “ABJ” is the capital city of Nigeria and home to Aso Rock, the official residence of the Nigerian first family. The landscape of Abuja will fill you with many questions that your curiosity will have you searching for answers.
Abuja is regarded as the wealthiest part of the country, built on rocky terrain. In 1991, Abuja became the capital city of Nigeria and since then it has been a home to all and sundry. This capital city hosts many political and sporting activities. There is also the business side to Abuja and the entertainment and historical exhibitions. Your visit to Abuja is incomplete without a tour of these places:
1. Aso rock, Abuja
Aso Rock is a large outcrop of granitic rock located on the outskirts of Abuja, the capital of Nigeria. The Aso Rock is a 400-metre prominent monolith with a peak height of 936-metre above sea level. It is one of the city’s most noticeable features.
2. Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja
Moshood Abiola National Stadium is a multipurpose national sports stadium located in Abuja, in the Federal Capital Territory of Nigeria. The stadium serves as a home to the Nigerian national football team, as well as a center for various social, cultural, and religious events.
3. Jabi Lake, Abuja
Jabi Lake is a water body formed from a man-made earth dam that was initially created to provide water to the residents of Abuja, Nigeria. The total surface area of the lake is about 1,300 hectares. The initial capacity of the reservoir was to supply water to 100,000 residents.
4. The National Arboretum, Abuja
The arboretum was established to play significant roles in the conservation of genetic resources for research, educational, medicinal and other scientific purposes. The purpose of the Arboretum is to maintain the forest and other plant life within it in its original natural condition. Birdwatchers can check out different species of birds within the city.
5. Millenium park, Abuja
It is the largest public park in Abuja and is within the Maitama District of the city. It is located close to the nucleus of the presidential and administrative buildings in the city. One side of the park is dedicated to its uncontaminated nature. It has a system of terraces at different levels located Nigeria’s mountain vegetation, savanna, deciduous forest, rainforest and brushwood as well as greenhouses for butterflies and tropical birds.