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Post by Shymmex on Jan 6, 2016 16:07:05 GMT
Lagos /ˈleɪɡɒs/[10] (Yoruba: Èkó) is a conurbation in the Nigerian state of Lagos. Often regarded as a city, it is the largest city in Nigeria and the African continent. Lagos is one of the fastest growing cities in the world and also one of the most populous urban agglomerations in the world. Lagos is a major financial centre in Africa; the mega city has the highest GDP, and also houses one of the largest and busiest ports on the continent.
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Post by Shymmex on Jan 6, 2016 16:11:24 GMT
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Post by Shymmex on Jan 6, 2016 16:13:20 GMT
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Post by Shymmex on Jan 6, 2016 16:23:29 GMT
Badagry
Founded in the early 15th century on a lagoon off the Gulf of Guinea, its protected harbour led to the town becoming a key port in the export of slaves to the Americas, which were mainly to Salvador, Bahia in Brazil. From the 1840s, following the suppression of the slave trade, Badagry declined significantly, but became a major site of Christian mission work. In 1863, the town was annexed by the United Kingdom and incorporated into the Lagos colony. In 1901, it became a part of Nigeria. Badagry subsists largely on fishing and agriculture,and maintains a small museum of slavery. This is the first storey building in Nigeria, overlooking the Marina waterfront. It was built in 1842 by the missionaries. The Badagry Black Heritage Museum housed in the former district officer’s office built in 1863, holds hundreds of artifacts and historical relics that chronicle more than 300 years of the movement of slaves through Lagos. From the early 1500s, Badagry was one of many trading and transport areas in West Africa for slaves being shipped off to America—it is estimated that roughly 550,000 African slaves passed through this area.
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Post by Shymmex on Jan 6, 2016 16:29:44 GMT
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Post by Shymmex on Jan 6, 2016 16:39:36 GMT
Federal Palace Hotel
Hotel built in 1960, Last complete renovation 2008, Number of floors 4, Total number of rooms 146, Number of double rooms 146, Rooms with connecting door 16, Number of suites (separate rooms) 12, Hotel. The federal palace hotel with its casinos, restaurants and bars is a place to hangout with friends and meet new people. However be prepared to spend good money as this place doesn’t come cheap.
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Post by Shymmex on Jan 6, 2016 16:46:53 GMT
Freedom Park, Lagos
It represents a journey towards the greater goal; the triumph of humanity over all forms of tyranny, both political and social and the ultimate liberation of the human spirit from all that seeks to confine it. The new FREEDOM PARK Lagos, formerly Old Broad Street Prison; (a colonial instrument of control and oppression) is now a peaceful place for individual and collective contemplation and interaction. Dedicated to our Heroes past…. Description Freedom Park is a Memorial and Leisure Park dedicated to the preserving the Lagos colonial heritage and history of the Old Board Street prison. The park provides venues and the grounds for events and recreational entertainment,with relevant facilities like :• Open Air Stage • Amphi-theatre • Pergola Cell (internet booths) • Skeletal Cells • Food Court: • Ponds and Fountains • Historical Statues • Museum Complex - Historical displays -Souvenir shops -Resource centre -Court yard - Cells Units. • Wole Soyinka Art Gallery
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Post by Shymmex on Jan 6, 2016 16:52:55 GMT
Iga Idungaran (Oba’s Palace)
The palatial residence of the local monarch, the Oba of Lagos. Located to the North of Lagos Island, on Upper King Street, this magnificent building dates back to 300 years ago. Iga Idungaran is the Oba’s Palace for Lagos Monarch. The newly renovated palace combine modern architectural show piece and acient Yoruba artifacts. Historic moments and monuments of Lagos tradition is available at the palace. Iga Idungaran is one of the most important historical sites in Lagos and is the official residence for the Oba of Lagos. An important part of the structure was built by the Portuguese in 1705. The building has been expanded and renovated in stages to keep it in good condition. Tourists who want to explore the palace can ask the Secretary of the Oba of Lagos for permission.
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Post by Shymmex on Jan 6, 2016 16:56:48 GMT
Radisson Blu Anchorage Hotel, Victoria Island, LagosA world class Hotel located on Ozumba Mbadiwe Avenue, Lagos. It has an ocean view lounge and lovely rooms. Found on the banks of upscale Victoria Island, the Radisson Blu Anchorage Hotel, Lagos, V.I. affords guests with beautiful views of the up-and-coming city and the lovely Lagos Lagoon. The hotel’s position is well suited for business travelers and pleasure seekers alike because of its proximity to corporate headquarters, banking districts, consulates and attractions like Bar Beach and several shopping malls. Choose from our 170 rooms and suites styled by Swedish designer Christian Lundwall, each with Free high-speed, wireless Internet, air conditioning and great views of the lagoon or the city. Dine on international cuisine or local dishes from Lagos at the hotel’s Voyage Restaurant, savor a meal outside on the terrace at Surface Bar & Grill and sip your favorite mixed drink while looking over the lagoon at the hotel’s bar The View. Stay in shape with our well-equipped fitness center, and let all your stress melt away in our wellness area, which offers a massage room, steam room and outdoor infinity pool. For event planners, we offer 6 versatile meeting facilities that can host business events, weddings and other special occasions.
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Post by Shymmex on Jan 6, 2016 16:58:52 GMT
National Museum, Lagos
The National Museum Lagos is now over fifty years old, having been established just before Nigeria achieved full independence from the United Kingdom in 1960. It has one of the most significant collections of West African antiquities in the world. Lord Cultural Resources was asked by the Ford Foundation to facilitate a retreat for the National Museum to identify the vision for a revitalized museum in terms of its role and impact in Nigeria, West Africa and the world at large.
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Post by Shymmex on Jan 6, 2016 17:08:22 GMT
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Post by Shymmex on Jan 6, 2016 17:12:24 GMT
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Post by Shymmex on Jan 6, 2016 17:15:08 GMT
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Post by Shymmex on Jan 6, 2016 17:19:48 GMT
Silverbird Cinema and Galleria
The silverbird Galleria is a one stop shopping center with many modern shopping facilities. It is a relaxation center with the very best of entertainment and lifestyle services on offer. For instance one of Nigeria’s leading cinema companies, the silverbird cinemas is located in the multi purpose building. It has a very large space on the ground floor on which various events hold on a day to day basis such as dance competitions, parties and other forms of amusement. There are other notable activities you could find at this place such as bowling, bookstores, boutiques and a host of others. Of course the quality of service at this place is world class. The silverbird galleria can be found at Ahmadu Bello way in Victoria Island.
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Post by Shymmex on Jan 6, 2016 17:22:58 GMT
Tinubu Square
Nigerian businesswoman and patriot, after whom a prominent Lagos landmark, “Tinubu Square,” is named. She lived in the 19th century and was born in Abeokuta, Ogun State, Western Nigeria, to a trading family. Tinubu square is by Broad street, CMS, Marina – and the Brazilian quarters in Lagos Island (Campos, is just a stone throw from there).
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