Benin City

Benin City was described by a Portuguese captain in 1691 as larger than Lisbon, with straight streets and no doors to houses due to the security of the city.

The Edo people are renowned for their rich dress culture, which includes beads that symbolize royalty.

Benin City has a borderline tropical monsoon climate, characterized by hot and humid weather year-round.

Benin City is the center of Nigeria's rubber industry and hosts several rubber-processing plants.

The Igue festival, held annually in Benin City, is believed to renew the magical powers of Oba Ewuare.