Friday 8 July 2016

Lovely Lively Lagos!

Welcome to the most popular and populous city in Africa. The city that never sleeps. Ekaabo!
Planning on visiting? Here are some places to check out.

Where to stay:
Four points by Sheraton.
Enjoy seasonal discount deals. Rooms are comfortable and there is a nice open roof area where you can dine and listen to artistes churn out groovy music.


Where to go:
Balogun Market: One of the busiest markets in Lagos, you can find anything and everything here, from beautiful African wax fabrics and house hold item to souvenirs.. Enjoy stall owners fighting for you attention as they lure you to patronize them. This busy market is not a place for the faint hearted.



Badagry Museum: Interested in history? find out where some slaves came from during the slave trade era and how they left the shores of Nigeria. Also discover some interesting facts about the unique people of Badagry.

What to do: 
Taruwa: If you love the arts, Taruwa is the place to go, from poetry recital to artistes belting out  engaging music and the happy people who you'll meet there, Taruwa is worth going to Nigeria for.




Elegushi Beach:
Enjoy the calm breeze and let your feet soak up the goodness of silky sands and clear blue salt water. Elegushi beach is an all time favourite for Lagosians.


Silver Bird Galleria:
Catch new movies at this cinema, the galleria also houses shops and a food court.

Where to Eat:
Ikoyi Suya: You never visit Nigeria without tasting the best street food. Suya is a uniquely spiced  grill of all kinds of meat. Its a delightful taste and one you will never forget.




Terra Kulture
Experience traditional Nigerian cuisine in a beautiful local setting.Terra Kulture also houses an exhibition gallery and a shop for pretty souvenirs.

Lagos Fun Fact:
lagosians are extremely friendly and affectionately call Lagos, Eko or Las Gidi
Ekaabo means welcome in Yoruba, one of the major languages spoken in Lagos.
Travel Tip:
Always contact your embassy for travelling precautions when ever you plan to visit somewhere new. 

Picture Credit:
venturesafrica.com
4pointsbysheraton.com
hangoutnigeria.com
terrakulture.com





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