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Olumo
rock
is
the
major
historical
landmark
located
the
south
western
region
of
Nigeria.
It
is
located
in
the
the
capital
of
the
"Gateway
City",
Ogun
state.
It
is
located
in
Abeokuta,
Ogun
State.
This
rock
holds
a
major
meaning
to
the
people
of
Ogun
state.
It
is
one
of
the
major
tourist
attraction
in
Nigeria
as
a
whole.
It
is
the
founding
site
of
Abeokuta
itself
because
of
its
historical
back
story.
Historically,
the
rock
was
a
natural
fortress
and
defense
for
the
people
of
Egba
during
inter-tribal
warfare
in
the
19th
century.
It
provided
protection
to
the Egba
people when
they
needed
it,
and
is
now
held
in
high
esteem
by
the
members
of
the
clan.
Abeokuta
–
a
name
which
means
“Under
the
rock”
in
the Yoruba
language.
Even
the
kitchen
and
cooking
utensils
used
by
these
people
are
still
there
till
date.
It
has
a
height
of
137
metres
above
sea
level.
The
atmosphere
of
this
place
is
very
cool
and
serene.
The
way
the
rocks
are
naturally
placed
on
each
other
that
makes
it
appear
as
if
it's
going
to
fall.
At
the
top
of
the
rock,
the
view
is
so
beautiful
because
it
seems
like
you
can
see
the
whole
of
Abeokuta
from
the
top
of
the
rock.
You
can
see
the
Ogun
river
from
the
top
of
the
rock.
There's
also
a
red
line
on
the
rock
which
dermacates
and
indicate
where
nobody
should
step
out
from.
The
cool
breeze
on
top
on
the
rock
will
definitely
make
you
feel
like
sleeping
there.
The
atmosphere
of
this
place
feels
very
beautiful
and
most
especially
very
attractive
when
a
festival
is
going
on.
It
is
the
main
highlight
for
visit
once
you're
in
Abeokuta
It
is
a
fun
place
to
visit,
have
fun
personally
and
with
family.
In
fact,
it
is
perfect
for
group
and
family
picnic.
It
is
one
of
the
most
visited
places
for
schools
excursion
in
the
whole
of
Nigeria.
The
restaurant
and
the
art
gallery
at
Olumo
rock
is
also
an
excellent
addition
to
place.
The
elevator
wasn't
working
when
I
visited
but
then
climbing
the
rocks
to
the
top
was
definitely
worth
it
and
a
highlight
for
me.
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