Why You Should Make Badagry Town Your Next Travel Destination

According to an old saying:

‘’Seeing is believing.”

Badagry is a beautiful town which has played a major role in Nigerian history and is certainly worth seeing. Badagry is a coastal town and is located across the border between Lagos State and the Republic of Benin. Badagry town is a major tourist attraction because it is a place of leisure which provides visitors with a profound knowledge of Nigerian history. If you have been wondering where to spend your next holiday within Nigeria, look no further.

Fun and Relaxation

Badagry is no stranger to fun. Here are two venues that prove just that:

• Whispering Palms Resort:

If you have been dreaming about escaping to a safe haven from all the hustle and bustle which is typical of city life, this is the place to be. Whispering Palms Resort is known for its serene environment which showcases nature at its best. It has a picturesque view because of the many palm trees (with birds chirping) that surround the resort and the lagoon that sits perfectly by it. This is a beautiful view for people who like to sit out and watch the wondrous works of nature. In addition, Whispering Palms Resort has a lot of fun-filled activities which people can engage in such as boat riding (life guards are stationed around to ensure safety), swimming, tennis, volleyball and football.  There are also gyms for people who want to burn off calories. Furthermore, patrons get the opportunity to enjoy local and continental dishes. If you want to experience these pleasurable experiences firsthand, you can visit the Whispering Palms Resort for a gate fee of ₦500.

• Suntan Beach:

Suntan Beach is nestled by the sea. The beach is surrounded by palm trees and little huts for relaxation. Those with a sweet tooth will love the beach because there are a lot of traders selling confectionery perched around. There are also a lot of activities to feed one’s eyes; you can stand at a point and observe a group of enthusiastic mallams roasting their suya or a team of horses galloping away. The Suntan Beach gate fee costs  ₦500 for adults and ₦200 for children.  

Nigerian History

History does not always have to be the typical boring class we can’t wait to finish. It can actually be fun. Here are some venues where you can learn history through exciting adventure in Badagry: 

• The first storey-building:

Badagry is known to be the town of pioneering events in Nigeria. The first storey building in Nigeria is one of such. A historical tour will reveal why the building is one of oldest in the world, the details of Bishop Ajayi Crowther’s – a lengendary slave who became the first African Bishop – missionary journey in this building, and many more historical facts. The tour guides are very friendly. Brace yourself for an enthralling and hospitable tour. 

• Black Heritage Festival:

This is an annual event which takes place in Badagry. The event gives Africans in the Diaspora the opportunity to be reunited and reintegrated into their African origins, helping them return to their roots and teaching them to cherish it. This event showcases the importance of Badagry town during the slave trade era. It is celebrated yearly in the month of November.  If you have been looking forward to a memorable event to connect with other Africans and to learn more about your culture, this is the festival for you.

• Badagry Heritage Museum:

The Badagry Heritage Museum displays the cultural heritage of the people of Badagry.  The works of art in this museum date back to the pre-slavery era, slavery-era and post-slavery era. The tours through the museum are usually emotional because they give tourists a glimpse of the agony slaves went through (for example, how 40 slaves were put in only one room with a very small window). If you are curious about the African culture and the history of the slave trade, this is a place for you. Words alone cannot express the experience one has at Badagry town. If you are a travel enthusiast and you appreciate Nigerian culture and history, you should certainly visit Badagry.   Feature image photo credit: naijatripng.com