Founded in the mid-17th century, Ogbomoso is an ancient city in Oyo State, southwestern Nigeria. Also regarded as an urban center for culture, majority of its people are members of the Yoruba ethnic group.

The city balances its past, present and future in a way rarely managed by few other towns and the result has been a place with preserved cultural pursuits. Ogbomoso offers endless activities and is a magnet for anyone who enjoys the great authenticity as it has a spectacular mix of people, religions, culture and landscapes. Your journey through this mind-stirring town will blaze in your memory long after you have left its shores. Jovago.com shares unveils more.

FAMOUS SITES

The central mosque

A very popular landmark in Ogbomoso, the Central Mosque towers over the traditional walled compounds of private houses and the parts of the old wall that remains.

The Baptist Seminary

One of the oldest institutions of higher learning in Nigeria which offers degree programs in theology, sociology and philosophy, the Baptist Seminary serves as the camp grounds for the Nigerian Baptist Convention, which also has its headquarters in Ogbomoso.

LODGING

Ogbomoso is a popular tourist destinations in Nigeria. Over the past several decades, hotels have cropped up in order to cater to the demands and accommodation needs of these visitors. There is a range of accommodation available to suit every taste and pocket. All places to stay are subject to strict price controls set by the tourist police who state the category of the room and the price charged in each season. It is difficult to generalize accommodation prices in Ogbomoso as rates depend entirely on the season and location however, hotels start from a low as N 900 on Jovago.com.


SHOPPING

Ogbomosho is not the ideal destination for buying goods, as it is a small town and does not really offer a wide range of products which will satisfy every taste and desire. However, you will come across various stores – mini-markets and kiosks that remain open almost everyday, especially those situated in tourist areas. The price-tags on the available products vary, so as to satisfy the wallet of every visitor. The usual opening hours are from about 9:00 a.m.- 9:00 p.m.

EATING

While there are not a large number of fancy restaurants in Ogbomoso, some of the best and most authentic foods are found inside humble downtown taverns with no frills in places. Whether it’s street eating, enjoying fast food at an eatery or dining at a rickety table in a bukka, dining out in Ogbomosho is never just about what you eat, but the whole sensory experience. Most of the local indigenous food are common to other Yoruba towns.

FUN FACT

Ogbomoso is known to be home to the famous tortoise said to have lived in the palace for over 300 years. The tortoise is believed to have mystical powers and named Alagba.



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what about the picture of the palace of the Soun of Ogbomoso?
LAUTECH area is must-visit because of students activities.
And Ogbomoso's proximity to Ilorin.

only been there once.