Destination: Ife

Ife, or Ile-Ife, is an ancient city in Osun State, Nigeria, revered as the cradle of Yoruba civilization. Visitors can see the Ife National Museum’s famous terracotta and bronze heads, the Ooni’s Palace, the Opa Oranmiyan monolith, and the lush campus of Obafemi Awolowo University. Explore our Ife travel guides for the best things to do and travel tips.

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