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Natural Features: In the center around Jos is a plateau area with short grasses and open scenery, this is the most pleasant climate in the country. The only mountains are in the far east along the Cameroon border. Cutting northwest to southeast is the Niger River, Africa’s third longest river. As you move inland from the Coastal oil- producing region there are thick forests
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Jos National Museum and Museum of Traditional Nigerian Architecture (Motna)
The National Museum Jos is situated opposite the Jos Zoo in the heart of the city. This museum is one of the earliest museums in Nigeria and also a popular one. Famous among the collections in the museum are Nok Terracotta Sculptures dating as far back as 500 B.C. Other displays are transport and mining exhibitions of yesteryears. Read the rest of this entry »

Obudu Ranch
The Obudu Ranch is a popular holiday destination for adventurous tourists wishing to explore the remote corners of Nigeria. Situated in the northeast corner of Cross River State, 45 miles from the Cameroon border, a tourist can enjoy the countryside of both Nigeria and Cameroon at the same time.
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