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Enugu: 7 beautiful places you should visit

Located in the south eastern region of Nigeria, Enugu was created in 1991 from the Old Anambra state. The name “Enugu” which is derived from Enu Ugwu means “On top of the hill”. It is said to be the oldest urban area in Igbo land.

According to Wikipedia, Enugu covers about 7,161 km (2,765 sq m) and is the 29th largest state in the country. It shares borders with Abia state and Imo state in the south, Ebonyi state to the East and Benue state to the Northeast.

Enugu is blessed with lots of tourists attractions. Beautiful places that you can visit if you are on a visit to that state. Today’s post will be about those attractive places you can visit there.

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Ezeagu Tourist Complex: Located at the south central part of the State, Ezeagu tourist complex is made up of a waterfall, a three kilometre cave, natural spring and a lake. The complex has a unique beautification as a result of its natural setting.

Polo Amusement park, Enugu: Do you desire entertainment at the highest level? Then Polo Amusement Partk is the ideal destination for you. This park offers comfort and is the right place to unwind end relax after a stressful week.

Awhum Water Fall and Cave: This waterfall is situated at Amaugwe village of Awhum town in Udi Local Government Area. It came as a result of large granite rock with water cascading over the top forming a stream. A section of the fall is warm through the season. It is 30 meters high and is located close to Awhum Monastery.

The water is said to have healing power and it takes about 45 minutes to walk from the parking spot to the fall.

Silicon Hill: This hill is one of the highest points in Enugu state, and is 300 meter above sea level. From Silicon hill, you will be opportune to have an amazing view of the city and appreciate the wonders of creation.

Enugu Golf Course: This is a standard golf course that has 18 holes and has played host to both international and local golf tournaments. After a busy day playing golf, you can relax with friends at the bar in this golf club.

Ngwo Caves, Waterfall and Pine Forest: So obviously Enugu is filled with caves. Another cave is the Ngwo Cave and to get there, it means you’ll have to take a walk through the pristine Ngwo Pine Forest.
Flowing beside the forest floor is the gentle stream of spring water When you get there, you will be greeted with the presence of a narrow but high opening which leads into the crevice and the loud splashing of the waters.

The Ngwo Cave is naturally carved into the rocks and is adorned by a breath-taking waterfall cascading through a small opening at the top. Just behind the big mass of rock in which the cave is situated, there are more caves carefully tucked into the rock, some within reach and others need a good climb. The water fall also has warm and hot water that emanate from one source.

Milken Hills: If you are visiting Enugu for the first time and want to get a nice view of the metropolis without having to drive round town? Then Milken hills is the perfect spot to go to. The hills were named after one of the colonial administrators in Enugu.

The first road into Enugu city winds through the foot of the hill bounded by a deep gully. Underneath the hills are some coal mines and beautiful tunnels. Beneath the Milken hills is the Iva valley. The hills are good for mountaineering.