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ravelling to Abuja
from any part of
the world could be
an interesting
adventure. The
Federal Capital
Territory is the
Nigerian seat of
government and its serene and
beautiful landscape is usually what
Built in the 1980s, Abuja didn’t
become Nigeria’s capital until
December 1991. Until recently, it was
largely perceived as a city primarily
for government employees and
business people, who usually left it
empty on weekends as they travelled
to other big cities like Lagos, Port
Harcourt or Kaduna to see their
families. What most people like about
Abuja is its tranquillity and roads
which are normally – and blissfully! –
There are many hotels in Abuja,
notably the famous Transcorp
Hilton, located in the heart of the city.
district, as well as tourist attractions
and is just 40 minutes away from the
many leisure facilities to enjoy.
You can choose from its array
of stylish rooms and suites. The
TV and a marbled bathroom,
among other amenities.
• 1 Aguiyi Ironsi St, Maitama.
Tel: +234 708 060 3000.
Email: Hilton.abuja@hilton.com
Website: http://www3.hilton.com
If the Transcorp Hilton is fully
booked (which is usually the case
good alternative in Tranquil Mews,
a new hotel in an exclusive side of the
city centre (including Wuse II) and the
central business district. It’s an ideal
choice for families with babies, as cots
are available in many of the rooms.
Tel: +234 812 709 5901.
Website: www.tranquilmews.com
Another pleasant option is the
Summerset Continental Asokoro
Hotel. Asokoro is a major districts
on the east side of the city. If you’re a
peaceful, leafy surroundings.
Tel: +234 9 220 8504, info@
summersetcontinentalhotels.com,
www.summersetcontinental
hotels.com
• Hotel rates in Abuja start at
N25 000 pp per night.
There are many upscale restaurants
in Abuja. One is the famous Chez
Victor, where you can enjoy the
very best French and African cuisine.
Here you can taste the natural
ingredients used to prepare the
dishes, all served with immaculate
presentation. There are also good
treats for vegetarians. For a little
over N3 000, you can have a really
decent meal here.
Tel: +234 815 519 0829,
However, if you prefer oriental
cuisine, you may want to check out
Sawadee Oriental Cuisine, a Thai
restaurant. This is the perfect spot to
enjoy mouthwatering, contemporary
Thai food in a great setting.
• 43 Kumasi Crescent, Wuse
II. Tel: 0705 569 2832.
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Salamander Café is one of the
popular restaurants in Abuja, where
many people connect after a hectic
day to share a meal or a drink. It
from Monday to Sunday and is also
popular among expatriates and
lovers of culture. Established in
good African music and books at
the Glendora bookstore inside. The
café occasionally organises reading
sessions which you can attend, as
well as evening “Faaji Sessions” of
old-school music.
• 72 Aminu Kano Crescent, Wuse II.
Tel: +234 702 785 0932.
If you’re in the mood for
pampering, visit the Sueno
Wellness Centre. It’s a perfect
blend of spa and restaurant. The
treatments, from hot stone and
shiatu massages to facials and
treatments for children.
Wuse II. Tel: 09 291 0093 or
+234 803 614 1866.
Likewise, the Chatoyer
Beauty Lounge
beauty treatments. It’s easily
accessible and comprises seven
studio which doubles as a crèche
for your little ones while you’re
having your hair done.
Adetokunbo Ademola Crescent,
Wuse II. Tel: +234 817 264 1549 or
+234 805 076 4299.
For a feel of Nigerian arts and
culture, head to the Bwari
Pottery Centre. The attractions
for visitors are its striking design of
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palm-thatched roofs and arrowhead-
shaped windows, plus a studio laid
out like a gallery. Besides watching
the potters at work, you can view
which include items like pitchers,
vases, casserole dishes, teapots and
decorative lanterns. The centre is
situated close to the Nigeria Law
School on Old Suleja Rd, Bwari.
• bwaripottery2006@yahoo.co.uk,
www.studiopottery.com
Golf enthusiasts can have a
good time at the IBB International
Golf & Country Club. The
entertainment for the whole family.
You can also explore the impressive
natural rock formations of Aso
and Zuma on the outskirts
of the city, stroll through
Millennium Park, with its scenic
gardens and wildlife, or visit the
breathtaking Gurara Waterfalls
outside Abuja.
• Tel: +234 (0)9 780 9488 or
+234 (0)813 892 7366.
Email: info@ibbgolfclub.org.ng
Website: www.ibbgolfclub.org.ng
The Usman Dam, 25km from the
city on the route to Kaduna, 6km up
the Bwari road, supplies the Federal
Capital Territory of Nigeria with
both electricity and water and is an
unforgettable sight.
Whatever you choose to do in
Abuja, explore the city and enjoy all
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