Fun facts about Benin City
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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.
Benin City
Nigeria
Benin City is the capital and largest city of Edo State, southern Nigeria. It is the fourth-largest city in Nigeria according to the 2006 census, after Lagos, Kano, and Ibadan.
From the “History” section
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The Edo people are renowned for their rich dress culture, which includes beads that symbolize royalty.
Benin City
Nigeria
Benin City is the capital and largest city of Edo State, southern Nigeria. It is the fourth-largest city in Nigeria according to the 2006 census, after Lagos, Kano, and Ibadan.
From the “Edo people” section
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Benin City has a borderline tropical monsoon climate, characterized by hot and humid weather year-round.
Benin City
Nigeria
Benin City is the capital and largest city of Edo State, southern Nigeria. It is the fourth-largest city in Nigeria according to the 2006 census, after Lagos, Kano, and Ibadan.
From the “Geography” section
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Benin City is the center of Nigeria's rubber industry and hosts several rubber-processing plants.
Benin City
Nigeria
Benin City is the capital and largest city of Edo State, southern Nigeria. It is the fourth-largest city in Nigeria according to the 2006 census, after Lagos, Kano, and Ibadan.
From the “Economy” section
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The Igue festival, held annually in Benin City, is believed to renew the magical powers of Oba Ewuare.
Benin City
Nigeria
Benin City is the capital and largest city of Edo State, southern Nigeria. It is the fourth-largest city in Nigeria according to the 2006 census, after Lagos, Kano, and Ibadan.
From the “Culture” section
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