Ogba Zoo, Benin City

Name: Ogba Zoo
Address: Benin City, Nigeria

#3 among attractions in Benin City

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Ogba Zoo is a state-owned zoological park in Benin City, capital of Edo State, Nigeria. ()

Opened: 1965 (59 years ago)Coordinates: 6°17'20"N, 5°35'16"E

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Benin City Nigeria

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Nearby attractions include: Royal Palace of Oba, Benin City National Museum, Benson Idahosa University.

3.7 miNE
Forts and castles
Royal Palace of Oba, Benin City
95 min walk • The Royal Palace of Oba of Benin is notable as the home of the Oba of Benin and other royals. The palace, built by Oba Ewedo, is located at the heart of ancient City of Benin. It was rebuilt by Oba Eweka II after the original building was destroyed during the 1897 war with the British.
3.8 miNE
History museum, Museum
Benin City National Museum, Benin City
98 min walk • The Benin City National Museum is a national museum in Benin City, Nigeria. located in the city centre on King's Square. The museum has a significant number of artifacts related to the Benin Empire such as terracotta, bronze figures and cast iron pieces. It also has ancient art related to the early times.
4.4 miNE
Universities and schools
Benson Idahosa University, Benin City
112 min walk • Benson Idahosa University is a private, Christian university Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. BIU was renamed in honor of Archbishop Benson Idahosa, a Charismatic Pentecostal minister from Benin City, Nigeria, and reflects his evangelical beliefs.