Explore the City of Intrigue with Flights to Abuja
- By john grung
- Published 31st January, 2012
- Travel
- Unrated
Explore the City of Intrigue with Flights to Abuja
The city of Abuja is a beautiful and sprawling city
blessed with creatively God made natural and architectural attraction places.
It is divided into four districts and is a house to many historical and cultural
structures. The city is more congested than of Lagos but still welcomes
hundreds of tourists from round the world. The astounding city has many
dominant feature on the serene backdrops like the Aso Rock which is located on
the outskirts if the city founded by the erosions of ancient waters. Though there are a handful of attractions
still this city thrives with a vivacious charm alluring travellers to take
international flights to Abuja. Enjoy this tourist friendly city best in the
month of October.
The Rocks and Hills of Abuja: With Flights to Abuja get a chance to visit the rambling rocks and hills
of the Abuja. The very character of Abuja has been shaped by the two renowned
rock formations around it, namely the Aso Rock and the Zuma Rock. These were
formerly referred to as the ‘Gateway to Abuja' and the Federal Capital
Territory begins at its base.
Zuma Rock: The impressive natural marvel of Zuma Rock is sited a
little off the main road that goes from Abuja to the area of Kaduna which is
definitely worth a visit. Enjoy the facilities and amenities which attract
tourists from their vicinity to board Cheap Flight to Abuja. It is
close enough to Abuja to be covered in a day trip. Or it can be visited while
traveling north.
Aso Rock: The Aso Rock is one of the largest rock formations within
the close proximity to the Abuja City. The main axis of the Central District
rises to nearly 400 meters above sea level and towers majestically in the
background of the Three Arms Zone. It is so named because this area is a home
to the Presidential Complex, the National Assembly, and the Supreme Court. This
city was derived from the term ‘Aso' which means victory and was formerly
called “Asokoro” or the people of victory. The original village of Asokoro was
first located at the base of the rock and had existed there for centuries. Plan
vacations with Flights to Abuja to sight architectural and natural wonders.
Minister's Hill: The Ministers Hill is a range of hills
strategically nested beyond the outskirts of the Maitama District. The
beautiful breathtaking panoramic view from atop the hill covers the whole
Maitama District. After venturing this area one can head to the Dutse range
which is a little further away, it is a sanctuary for several forms of wild
life with baboons being the most notable. With Cheap Flights to Abuja
get a chance to explore this enticing city of Africa.
The Abuja Plant Nursery is also a must visit place which is sited at the foot
of Aso Rock. It is a botanical garden with an astounding collection of species
of flowers, fruits, trees and many other plants.
National Arboretum: With Abuja Flights explore the Nation Arboretum which can be accessed by visitors with special passes to enter. The purpose of the Arboretum is to maintain the forest and other plant life within it in their original natural condition and is located in the Three Arms Zone.

