Aba is a city in the Southeast Nigeria and it is one of the major commercial centers known through out Nigeria and Africa at large. Abia State was created in 1991, Aba was divided into two local government areas namely: Aba South and Aba North.
Tourist Attractions in Aba
Among other things, Aba is well known for its exotic tourist attractions
1)Azumini Blue River
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Azumini River also known as "The Blue River," because it is touted that there is no other river in Nigeria that is as clear and blue as it is. It is surrounded by beauty and nature, lush green, and cool water the blue river also shows a more wild and dangerous side, especially where it reaches the majestic rapids.
2)National War Museum, Umuahia
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https://www.nigerianbulletin.com/threads/top-5-travel-destinations-in-abia-state.115550/
The war museum was commissioned in 1985 to showcase weapons, artillery and other equipment of the civil warfare deployed during pre-colonial wars and during the Nigerian-Biafra Civil war.
3)National Museum of Colonial History, Aba
The National Museum of Colonial History was established 1984 and it showcases the artifacts detailing the history of Nigeria through the colonial era, while you stand to see several relics of slave trade and collections that marked Nigeria's involvement as a nation.
4)Arochukwu Cave
This cave was used by local chiefs during the slave trade to keep slaves that were to be sold off to European and Portuguese buyers; and elders also help court to deliberate constative issues within the confines of the ancient cave.
5)Akwete Weavers
Located in Ukwa East LGA, Akwete town. Using fabricated hand looms, local weavers in this town weave the famous Akwete cloth which is traditionally worn by chiefs and other men of title during festivals and other cultural events.
Other Important places in Abia State
1)Ariaria International Market
2)Cemetery Market
3)Christ The King Cathedral Aba
4)New Market
5)St. Michael's Road Aba
6)Abia State Polytechnic
7)Aba's Sports Club