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Welcome to Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. Benin City is the capital of Edo State, southern Nigeria. In central Kings Square, the Benin City National Museum traces the history of the Benin Empire and has displays of terracotta sculpture. The Oba’s Palace is known for bronze plaques that once decorated the walls, depicting historical events and life at court. The city is renowned for its bronze casting, and bronze casters ply their trade along Igun Street
The Kingdom of Benin, also known as the Benin Kingdom, is a pre-colonial kingdom in what is now southern Nigeria. Its capital was Edo, now known as Benin City in Edo state not to be confused with Benin Republic of Dahomey. The Benin Kingdom was one of the oldest and most highly developed states in the coastal hinterland of West Africa, dating perhaps to the eleventh century CE,[2] until it was annexed by the British Empire in 1897.
The original people and founders of the Benin Kingdom, the Edo people, were initially ruled by the Ogiso (Kings of the Sky) who called their land Igodomigodo. The first Ogiso (Ogiso Igodo), wielded much influence and gained popularity as a good ruler. He died after a long reign and was succeeded by Ere, his eldest son. In the 12th century, a great palace intrigue erupted and crown prince Ekaladerhan, the only son of the last Ogiso, was sentenced to death as a result of the first Queen (who was barren) deliberately changing an oracle’s message to the Ogiso. In carrying out the order of the palace, the palace messengers had mercy and set the prince free at Ughoton near Benin. When his father the Ogiso died, the Ogiso dynasty ended. The people and royal kingmakers preferred their king's son naturally as next in line to rule.
The exiled Prince Ekaladerhan had changed his name to Izoduwa meaning 'I have chosen the part of prosperity' and found his way to Ile-Ife. It was during this period of confusion the elders led by Oliha ( an elder) mounted a search for the banished Prince Ekaladerhan whom the Ife people now called Oduduwa. Oduduwa, who could not return due to his advanced age, granted them Oranmiyan, his son, to rule over them. Oranmiyan was resisted by Ogiamien Irebor, one of the palace chiefs, and took up his abode in the palace built for him at Usama by the elders (now a coronation shrine). Soon after his arrival, he married a beautiful lady, Erinmwinde, daughter of Ogie-Egor, the ninth Enogie (Duke) of Egor, by whom he had a son. After residing there for some years he called a meeting of the people and renounced his office, remarking f vexation, Ile-Ibinu ( “ile”means land ”binu” mean anger, and thus the kingdom was called Ibinu, which was mispronounced Bini by the in the 15th and 16th centuries the Portuguese). this was out of frustration as he often expressed that “only a child born, trained and educated in the arts and mysteries of the land could reign over the people”. He arranged for his son born to him by Erinmwinde to be made King in his place, and returned to Yoruba land of Ile-Ife. His son, the new King was deaf and dumb, and the elders recoursed to Oranmiyan who gave them charmed seeds omo ayo to play with, which will make him to talk. The little Oranmiyan played with the seeds with his peers at Egor, his mother’s hometown. While playing with the seeds he announced Owomika meaning 'my as his royal name, Thus giving rise to the culture of Obas of Benin spending seven days and nights at Usama before proceeding to announce their royal names at Egor. Eweka thus started the Oba dynasty. Oranmiyan was also the founder of the pup Empire where he ruled supreme as the first Aalafin of Oyo and proceeded to ile ife to become the 6th Ooni of ife while his descendants ruled in Ile Ife, Oyo and Benin.
By the 15th century, Benin had expanded into a thriving city-state. The twelfth Oba in line, Oba Ewuare the Great (1440–1473) would expand the city-state's territories to surrounding regions.
It was not until the 15th century during the reign of Oba Ewuare the Great that the kingdom's administrative centre, the city Ubinu (ibinu), began to be known as Benin City by the Portuguese, a pronounciation later adopted by the locals as well. The Portuguese would write this down as Benin City. Though, other Edo clans, such as the Itsekiris and the Urhobos, still referred to the city as Ubini up until the late 19th century, as evidence implies.
Aside from Benin City, the system of rule of the Oba in the empire , even through the golden age of the kingdom, was still loosely based upon the Ogiso dynasty, which was military and royal protection in exchange for pledged allegence and taxes paid to the royal administrative centre. The Language and culture was not enforced as the empire remained heterogeneous and localized according to each group within the kingdom, though a local Enogie (duke) was often appointed by the Oba for specified ethnic areas
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10 Best Places to Visit in EDO STATE, Nigeria
10 Best Places to Visit in EDO STATE, Nigeria
If you are planning a trip to Nigera, you should know some of the best places to visit while you're there. In Edo State, be sure to check out these places:
1. Benin City National Museum – the national museum in Benin City that illustrates the history of the Benin Kingdom and its world-renowned bronze art.
2. Kada Plaza – an entertainment center that houses a movie theatre, shops, and restaurants.
3. Okomu National Park – a forest reserve in the Ovia South West Local Government area, northwest of Benin City. It is home to the remaining endangered species of the former rainforest.
4. Royal Palace of Oba of Benin – the palace of the oba (king) of the Edo and Edoid people of Nigeria. The palace hosts visitors and dignitaries from around the world and is the starting point of many Edo traditional festivities.
5. Benin Moat – defense fortification walls around the ancient Benin Kingdom. It was the largest man-made earth structure in the world. The length of both the outer and inner walls was over 16,000 kilometers. The walls were destroyed by the British during the British invasion of 1897. Edo State has began reconstruction of the moat.
6. Igue Festival – a traditional festival celebrated annually between Christmas and New Year to commemorate the wedding of an ancient Benin oba and to renew the oba’s powers and blessings on the people and land.
7. Somorika Hills – a hikers’ paradise of mountainous hills in Somorika town in Akoko-Edo, Edo State.
8. Emotan Statue – located in the Oba Market in Benin City, Emotan Statue is a memorial of an Edo heroine and a model for every Edo woman.
9. Ososo Tourist Center – a picturesque town with granite and volcanic mountains in Somorika, in the Akoko-Edo Local Government area. It is the border between Edo State and Kogi State.
10. Igun Street – a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The street is lined with shops celebrating the artwork of the best bronze casters in the world. Sculptors and artists accept orders for custom artwork.
You will have wanderlust when you visit Edo State!!!
Edo State is located in southern Nigeria and borders Ondo State, Delta State, Ekiti State, Kogi State, and Anambra State. It covers an area of approximately 6,873 square miles (17,802 square kilometers). Benin City is the capital and most populous city. Edo State is nicknamed, Heartbeat of the Nation. It was part of the former Bendel State which comprised of Delta State and Edo State until 1991. Edo State is well-known around the world for her ancient Benin Kingdom's historic bronze sculptures. The sculptures were looted during the British invasion of the kingdom in 1897. The Benin sculptures and artifacts are now housed in museums and private collections around the world (particularly in Europe and the West). Europeans once credited the unmatched skill level of artistic metalwork and realism of the sculptures to non-Africans. The guild of bronze casters in Edo State still thrives today, attesting to the generational expertise of the Edo people that have been passed down through the guild's families for centuries. The major ethnic groups in Edo State are Bini, Etsako, Esan, Owan, and Akoko-Edo; however, all trace their origin to the ancient Kingdom of Benin.
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What are the Benin Bronzes? - The arts past and present (6/6)
What are the Benin Bronzes? In the late 1800s, the Benin Empire in Africa was a hotbed of artistic skill and the British wanted a piece of it - as many pieces as they could steal, in fact. But what were the beautiful Benin Bronzes and did the current Queen of England really fence stolen goods.
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Getting to Benin City, Nigeria
Today I made a long drive across Nigeria to get to Benin City. The trip was about 300km and was one of the was I was hoping to avoid. I got lucky though. Today happened to be some sort of national sanitation day in which most vehicles aren't allowed on the road. I was let through the barriers and essentially had the highways to myself until well afternoon. Still, to get to Benin City was a long drive and on the scooter it can be painful. Moreover, the roads in Nigeria are worse than I thought. Sure, the infrastructure is good, but Nigerian drivers drive as if they don't care if they, or other drivers, die. They are crazy. I guess this is something I'm going to have to deal with across Nigeria. Anyways, I arrived finally at Benin City completely exhausted. Benin City is one of the great cities of Nigeria and I can't wait to explore it. That's coming in the next few days, so stay tuned.
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NBK ACADEMY: The Walls of Benin
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The Walls of Benin were a combination of ramparts and moats, called Iya in the local language[which?], used as a defense of the defunct Kingdom of Benin, which is present-day Benin City, the capital of present-day Edo, Nigeria. It was considered the largest man-made structure lengthwise and was hailed as the largest earthwork in the world.
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The Alonge Project: Collaborating with the Benin Museum
When the Smithsonian's National Museum of African Art brought one of its exhibitions to Africa for the first time in its history, it not only brought the photography of S.O. Alonge back to his home of Benin City, Nigeria, but also helped renovate the National Museum of Benin and connected community members to their past.
Benin Tourist Attractions Best Places To Visit In Benin Republic
Benin Tourist Attractions Best Places To Visit In Benin Republic
Benin played a key role in the development of the African slave trade and was also the birthplace of the voodoo arts. These two ingredients are just a small part of the recipe that makes the complex and rich history of the African nation.
The nation is relatively small and has only a few large cities but Benin begs to be explores and rewards travellers with museums, wonderful architecture and markets that are truly memorable.
The national beauty of Benin also has a lot to tempt tourists. From the paradise Atlantic beaches fringed with palm trees to the national parks teeming with exotic beasts such as lions, cheetahs and elephants as well as rare bird species.
1 Cotonou
It may not be the true capital city of Benin but Cotonou sure does feel like it. The city is an intense blast of urban energy combined with African charm. If it is your first time in Africa, the city can be a little bit daunting and full on but for those willing to risk the adventure, Cotonou has plenty of rewards These rewards include a number of stunning paradise beaches with golden sand and palm trees.The Pendjari National Park is also a must see in Cotonou and is seen as one of the leading animal reserves in Africa.
2 Ouidah Museum of History
Ouidah is a city that has a mix of influence from the French and the Portuguese due to various events in history. The city is located about 40km away from Cotonou and in contrast is more relaxed. If you are interested in African history (and you should be) then this city should be top of your itinerary. It has fantastic museums exploring slavery and voodoo. If all the history gets too much for you, there are more stunning beaches to laze on in Ouidah too.
3 Abomey
Abomey was the capital of Ancient Dahomey for around 300 years starting in the 17th Century. The main attraction and reason for visiting the city is the Unesco World Heritage Site of the Abomey Royal Palaces. Although the palaces have largely been destroyed and are in a ruinous state, the site still has enormous historical value and the tales of kings that once resided here are fascinating.
4 Porto Novo
Porto Novo is the capital city of Benin and former French capital of Dahomey. If you have visited Cotonou first, you will probably struggle to understand why Porto Novo is the official capital city, the population is only around 250,000 and the pace is much more leisurely than Cotono. The influence of the Portugeuse in this area are still clear to see in the present day. Sights in the city include the Royal Palace and gardens as well as the museum of Porto Novo kings.
5 Grand-Popo
The town of Grand-Popo has an intriguing history mainly due to the important role it played in the slave trade. The town oozes with African charm and the people are friendly. The town is about an hours drive from Cotonou and offers a perfect change of pace from the busy city. There are many backside hotels and resorts in the town and the beaches are a great place to relax and swim. The nearby Mono River is a great place to walk and offers a chance to see mangroves and exotic bird life.
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