Nigeria

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£17.99

This Bradt Guide to Nigeria provides comprehensive, practical travel information to Africa’s largest nation, covering all aspects of travel for business or leisure. Nigeria encourages visitors to cast aside the country’s reputation for crime and corruption, and experience the hospitality and generosity of Nigeria’s greatest asset - its people.

Over three times the size of the UK, Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa. The guide provides a detailed look at the country’s rich history, from the slave trade to numerous coups plus its vibrant and diverse culture as represented in its music, dress, arts and festivals. Centre of extremes, Lagos is covered in detail with plenty of tips for expats.

- Safety and security section updated in detail
- New sights in the southeast - Odudu Plateau cable car (the longest in Africa), Tinapa (a new duty-free zone shopping complex) and forest canopy walks
- Expanded coverage of Yankari and Gashaka Gumpti National Parks
- Lagos and Abuja - new shopping malls, cinemas, entertainment and nightlife

About this series:

Comprehensive guides for adventurous travellers wanting to explore destinations off the beaten track, written mostly by single authors.

Highlighting culture and natural history, these are predominantly practical guides accentuating responsible tourism. Straightforward information is given for all aspects of independent travel in a region, with discerning advice on places to stay and eat. Clear, simple town plans and other sketch maps are included.

As Michael Palin says:
"Bradt Guides are expertly written and longer on local details than any others"