Sightseeing in Lagos draws tourists in large numbers to the city. Museums and ancient ports are the spectacles which Sightseeing in Lagos includes.
One of the most attractive buildings in Lagos is the National Museum. The building is located on the Awolowo Avenue, near the Tafava Balewa Square. It is open on every day. The Museum houses numerous exhibits of Nigeria's ancient civilizations, including some famous bronze and terracotta sculptures.
Tourists can get things explained by Guides for a small fee. Everything is labeled reasonably clearly so it's easy to understand by yourself. One of the most important displays is the Benin bronze plaques. The statue once adorned the royal palace at Benin City. At the back of the museum are a couple of craft huts selling interesting wood carvings.
The Musical Society of Nigeria Center (MUSON), just opposite the museum has a well kept garden which has been laid out in a unique style. A visit to the museum must be followed by a visit to the Garden.
Other important tourist spots include:
Tafawa Balewa Square on the Lagos Island and Badagry which was the ancient slave port is also a major attraction in the city. Here one can also visit the "sun tan" beach, and the bubbly Vespa Market in Abuja. The great Zuma rock is also an important attraction in the region. One side of the rock is said to be a human face. From Lagos one must also visit the ancient city of Zaria and the Sokoto Sultanate
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