4 Major Attractions of Lagos Every Tourist Should Visit

If you are visiting Nigeria and you do not visit Lagos, then you are missing out on something with great significance. The city of Lagos which is the commercial nerve is the mega city and former capital of Nigeria. It is a major tourist attraction and is a land of opportunities for the tourists.

The country`s largest economy also offers tons of incredible sights to behold such as resorts, beaches, museums, markets, malls, art centers and colorful festivals that you will be spoilt with choices. From the history buffs to the art lovers to sports lovers, there is something for everyone in the city of Lagos. So explore the city that has plenty of historical and cultural landmarks by booking cheap flights to Lagos. Since there are so many sights to behold, we will be listing a few:

1.       National Museum

Established just before Nigeria gained independence, the National Museum which is located in Onikan Lagos has been a major attraction for tourists. Exhibiting the great collections in archeology, traditional art and ethnography, the museum also houses the bullet-ridden car of Nigeria`s late General Murtala Mohammad who was assassinated in 1976.

2.       Badagry Black Heritage Museum

Take a journey into the Nigerian history through Badagry Black Heritage Museum which is located in the Badagry, Lagos. The museum is housed inside the former districts officer`s office that was built in 1863. During the period of the American Independence in 1787, Badagry exported more than 550,000 African slaves to America. The museum has nine galleries, narrating the painful story through artefacts, sketches, photos, dated shackles, sculptures and other historical records.

3.       Terra Kulture

Love art? The Terra Kulture is the one-stop tourist destination where you can find innovative as well as contemporary arts. From literature to drama, language to visual arts, culinary to comedy, dance to fashion design, you can find everything in one place. The Terra Kulture has devoted six arms that promote the diversity and richness of Nigerian languages along with arts and culture. Art lovers must visit Terra Kulture at least once in their lives. To book cheap flights to Lagos, you can simply visit us.

4.       Tafawa Balewa Square

Tafawa Balewa Square is a ceremonial ground with a glorified history and monuments with great significance. The Square also houses a memorial which is dedicated to victims of world wars. Popularly known as TBS or Race Course, the square can accommodate up to 50,000 people and has hosts biggest concerts and events in the city.

Do not miss out on these wonderful attractions of Lagos when in Nigeria. To book cheap flights to Lagos, visit us at flightsnfare.co.uk.