Igue Festival at Benin City: The oldest cultural festival in the ancient Benin Kingdom came to limelight in 1440 A.D. during the reign of the Oba Ewuare. The annual thanksgiving festival is the climax of all traditional festivities in the Kingdom. It is celebrated to mark the end of the Benin yearend to offer prayers for peace and prosperity in the new year. This colorful festival featuring the best of Benin life and culture is one of the rare occasions when the Oba dances in public. Your tour includes Igue thanksgiving ceremonies at the Oba's palace, art & craft exhibition, tour of Benin and Abraka, visit to Nana museum at Koko, shopping and sightseeing.
Igue Festival Tour: 4 Days/3 Nights. 5 Days/4 Nights
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