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5 exciting places you can visit in Kano

Kano state was created in 1967 and is one of the most prominent states in the northern axis of Nigeria. This state is bounded by Katsina, Jigawa, Bauchi and Kaduna states and has its capital in the city of Kano. It is an ancient city and has a lot of amazing places that are worth seeing

This post will help you know more about five exciting places you can visit in Kano whether you are going for a vacation or business trip

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Below are some of the beautiful tourist attractions you can visit in Kano:


DALA HILLS
Dala Hills: The Dala area in Kano city got its name from this hill. A lot of myths surround this ancient hill, which stands tall in the city. It is so captivating that anyone who visits Kano will desire to see its top. The people who have lived around it for centuries continue to hold it in high esteem despite its fading looks. According to history, Dala was named after a hunter who once lived at the hill. They claimed that the entire area where the hill is located, was a deep forest until their forefathers decided to settle down around it. Though so many myths surround its existence, it was believed that only Dala natives could go up the hill at a particular period of the day. Even now, to an extent, people still hold that belief. It is believed that a non-indigene cannot go up the hill after 8pm without a consequence. Today a deep well, which is known as “Rijiyar kare kukan ka” (the well where you will cry out your tears without help) is believed to be situated on the hill. It is described as the most frightening myth about the hill. And its depth cannot be determined because when a stone is dropped into it, it would take about 20 minutes before hearing the splash of water which signifies its landing.


KURMI MARKET
Kurmi Market: Kasuwar Kurmi, as it is popularly called is one of the oldest markets in Kano State, the West African sub region. According to historical accounts, the market, which is located in the heart of the city was established some 500 years ago (during the reign of Mohammed Rumfa) purposely for slave trade. During the rise in human trade, many shops were set up in the market to keep slaves while awaiting buyers. Ironically today, Kasuwar Kurmi appears to be the home for Kano cultural heritages. It can be described as the repository of the state’s artefacts products sold in the Kurmi market and they are entirely hand-made with traditional and historical attachments. The market was built during the golden era of Kano. Rumfa expanded the ancient city, gave it a new form that the indigenes are still proud of today.


NATIONAL GALLERY OF ART , KANO
National Gallery of Art, Kano: The national gallery of arts is a place in Kano that is a must visit for every lover of arts that either resides in Kano or is visiting Kano for the first time. It was established to promote the works of Nigerian artists. Kofar Matar Dye Pits: These dye pits are a very historical place for the people of Kano. They were established in 1498, and they are situated in the city centre. Kofar matar dye pits date back to 500 years ago. It has been constantly in use ever since, and a lot of tourists come from all over the world to see it. Interestingly, they still use the same method as they did back then. It is interesting to note that Zaria also had dyeing pits but today it is only the famous Kofar Mata pits that have survived are also well-liked tourist attraction. Tourists are delighted to know that the pits they are looking at were actually founded in 1498 and the dying process has not changed in centuries. The beautiful works of art on the fabric have remained extremely popular and have continued to be in great demand.

Gidan Makama Museum: Located in the heart of the city, the house is believed to have been built in the 15th Century by the then emir of Kano Abdullahi Burja for his grandson Rumfa. I