Sukur

#8 among destinations in Nigeria

Top attraction, Historical place, Unesco

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Sukur or Sukur Cultural Landscape is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located on a hill above the village of Sukur in the Adamawa State of Nigeria. It is situated in the Mandara Mountains, close to the border with Cameroon. Its UNESCO inscription is based on the cultural heritage, material culture, and the naturally-terraced fields. Sukur is Africa's first cultural landscape to receive World Heritage List inscription. ()

Alternative names: Unesco: from 1999Area: 2.95 mi²Coordinates: 10°44'26"N, 13°34'18"E

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Madagali areaAdamawaNigeria

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Sukur – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: National Commission for Museums and Monuments.

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National Commission for Museums and Monuments
1 min walk • The National Commission for Museums and Monuments is a federal agency of Nigeria which operates several museums and historic sites in Nigeria. Since 2020 its director has been Abba Isa Tijani.