Things to see in Benin City
Benin City is a city in Nigeria, with an urban population of about 1.2 million. Below are 5 notable places within about 7 km of the centre, ranked by how widely they are covered on Wikipedia.
1Benin Moat History
The Benin Moat, also known as the Benin City Iya, the Inner City Iya of Benin or the Wall of Benin, is a large earthwork within Benin City in Nigeria's Edo state, part of which formerly encircled the city at the time of the Benin Empire.
2Benin City National Museum Museum
The Benin City National Museum is a national museum in Benin City, Nigeria, located in the city centre on King's Square. The museum has a significant number of artifacts related to the Benin Empire such as terracotta, bronze figures and cast iron pieces.
3Museum of West African Art Museum
The Museum of West African Art (MOWAA) is a museum that has been built in Benin City, Nigeria and was planned to open on 11 November 2025. However, due to political protests during opening ceremony, the museum remains closed until further notice.
4Royal Palace Of Oba Of Benin History
The Royal Palace of the Oba of Benin, located in Benin City, Nigeria, is notable as the home of the Oba of Benin and other royals.
5Ogba Zoo & Nature Park Park
Ogba Zoo (also known as Ogba Zoo & Nature Park) is a state-owned zoological park located in Oko Central, Oredo Local Government Area in Benin City, of Edo State, Nigeria.
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