Hostels in ENUGU, NIGERIA

Enugu – A Destination in Nigeria worth Making a Stop

Enugu is a state in south-eastern Nigeria having its capital city by the same name. The city acts as a good destination for the tourists travelling to the nearby cities like Aba and Onitsha. One can make a stop at the city of Enugu or other cities in the state offering some good tourist attractions.

Accommodation Options
The tourists can stay at budget hotels found all over the city. The rest of the Enugu state also accommodates budget and mid-budget hotels with some good facilities. Bed and breakfast and guest house options are also available. Igbo is a common language spoken in the city.

History
The word Enugu translates to ‘the top of the hill’. The state of Enugu derives its name from its capital city. The Europeans reached the area in the beginning of the 19th century in search of silver, but discovered coal instead. Before this, the city had its first settlement in the form of the Nike village of Ogui. The township status was bestowed on the city in 1917. In 1938, the city became the administrative capital of the Eastern Province. The city also served as the capital of Republic of Biafra. Finally, the state of Anambra was divided into two parts, one being the present day Enugu state and the city of Enugu became its capital.

Popular Places
The state of Enugu has a number of attractions that make it a good place for the tourists to visit. The most important government areas of the state include Awgu, Ezeagu, Igbo-Ititi, Udenu, Udi, Nkanu and many more. You can find some good places of tourist interest in most of these areas.

Some important places in the state worth mentioning are the Iva Valley Coal Mine and the Nike Holiday Resort. The Nkalagu Silicon Sand is another interesting place worth visiting. You should not miss a visit to Uzo-Uwani Natural Nature's Wonder in the state. Ezeagu Tourist Complex is also a popular place worth recommending. If you are staying at the city of Enugu, you can easily access all these popular places.

Getting Around
Trains are the useful mediums to travel to different parts of the Enugu State. Taxi cabs are also readily available. Bus service is regular and is a convenient way to move to different destinations in the state. Okada or motorcycles can also be hired if you wish to have a pleasurable rise across the city.

Places of Entertainment
The open markets in the city of Enugu are great venues to buy things like foods, clothes, fabrics ad handmade jewellery. Some of the most popular markets are Ogbete and Artisan. The New Market is famous for selling fruits, bread, jeans, music and beads. The Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in the city is another place of entertainment.

Currency
You have to exchange your currency with Nigerian Naira while being in Enugu. So, refer to the latest currency exchange rates using the online news.   

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