Wednesday 29 April 2009

THE GIGANTIC SACRED ROCKS IN NIGERIA


The rocks are synonymous with the name of the town where they are situated. For example the Olumo rock, on Abeokuta. The cave around the rocks offered sanctuary to the founding fathers of the town during the days of inter-tribal wars.


The Egba people who inhabited the area found these rocks not only as a unifying factor but also worship them in the belief that they derive their natural strength and protection from supreme beings. Guided tours are conducted for visitors by duty guides.

Other rocks are the:

1. Gibadi rocks

2.Zuma rocks

3. Wase rocks

4. Kazaure rocks

5. Olumo rocks

6. Riyom rocks