Owo, Agricultural center in Ondo State, Nigeria.
The city of Owo stands at a crucial road junction connecting Akure, Kabba, Benin City, and Siluko in southwestern Nigeria near the Yoruba Hills.
Between 1400 and 1600 CE, Owo served as the capital of a Yoruba city-state before coming under British colonial administration in 1893.
The Aghofen palace contains 100 distinct courtyards dedicated to various deities, with carved pillars depicting kings and elder wives throughout the structure.
Local farmers cultivate and trade multiple agricultural products including yams, cassava, maize, okra, peppers, cocoa, and cotton in the regional markets.
Archaeological excavations in 1969 revealed terracotta sculptures from the 15th century, now displayed at the Owo Museum established in 1968.
Location: Ondo State
Part of: South West
GPS coordinates: 7.19620,5.58680
Latest update: May 28, 2025 09:35
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