Calabar is more of a tourist capital in Nigeria.
The capital of the Cross River State is known for its rich culture, beautiful sight,
good food, great hospitality, and tourist centers. The State Capital was formerly
known as “Akwa akpa”.
The hospitality exhibited by the state has grown
even to international recognition and has been a good experience to the tourist
around the world.
The megacity is divided into Calabar Municipal and
Calabar South Local Government Areas. In the last Census (2006) Calabar has a population
of 371,022 people.
Here are some interesting places to visit in Calabar
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| Marina Resort |
Marina Resort: The Marina Resort serves as a
recreational center and also a historical site in Calabar with amazing things
to see. The Marina resort has some great scores in tourism and has made Calabar more
interesting for guests from over the world. The entry fee to the resort can be
very affordable but not unstable. The peak period can see a rise in the price.
Rich in Sculptures: The city is also rich in sculpture. Not just any kind of sculpture but beautiful sculptures. The Mary Slessor Sculpture is a good example of one, It is a historical sculpture that talks about the historical stopping of the Killing of twin in the State in the year 1888.
Calabar Carnival: Calabar Carnival festival in Nigeria is rumored to
be the "Africa's Biggest Street Party", and also the number one
tourist destination for Nigerians and tourists all over the world. The Calabar
Carnival invites people all over the world for the yearly events ranging from
National visitors to International guests in attendance and representation. The
party is unending and loaded with so much fun and activities. The beautiful
ladies displaying their attires and beauty to the bikers displaying their
skills.
The Calabar carnival is always an exceptional event
that begins every 1 December and lasts until 31 December. The Carnival has
boosted the cultural value of the Calabar people and also Nigeria. It is very
entertaining and a must watch to guests all over the world and as such boosting
the industry for associates.
The Calabar carnival started in the year 2004 and
the originator was his excellency, Ex-Governor Donald Duke in his bid to make
his state Calabar a tourism hub in the country. The Calabar Carnival has grown
wide than expected and has a prestigious event in the history of the people.
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| Slave Museum. |
Slave Museum: The slave history museum was
established in the year 2011. The slave trade museum is a place that reflects
on the historical event of Nigeria. The slave trade museum is located at Marina
Resort, Calabar.
The museum is really a place to visit in Calabar and
have to spend some time learning so much on the slave trade activity in the
country.
Many slaves were conveyed out of the country through
the Calabar seas and this museum shows us how they were being transported and
the life of these slaves on their journey to live with their new masters. The
museums also have some audio presentation and stage by stage adventure by the
slaves.
Amazing Food: The State Capital is known for its food
varieties and delicious cuisine. The food is affordable and at the same time palatable.
The State Capital is known to make soups like Abak Atama, Afia Efere Soup,
Oto
Mboro and Ekoki.
Afi Mountain Wildlife Sanctuary: This is also a top
tourist sight in the state. The wildlife is really something you might want to
discern.