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1 sacred site across 1 region. Use the tradition and site-type filters to narrow in.

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Yoruba religion1

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Yoruba religion in Nigeria1sacred_city in Nigeria1

Ife, Osun

1 site

Ile-Ife
Yoruba religion

Ile-Ife

Ife, Osun, Nigeria

In Yoruba cosmology, Ile-Ife is where the world began. The supreme being lowered a chain from heaven; earth scattered on the primordial waters and spread by a five-toed...

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Nigeria sacred-site questions

What sacred sites can I explore in Nigeria?
Pilgrim Map lists 1 sacred sites in Nigeria, organized by region, tradition, and site type.
Which traditions are represented in Nigeria?
The most represented traditions include Yoruba religion.
How should I plan a sacred-site visit in Nigeria?
Start with the region sections, compare nearby sites, then open each site page for coordinates, access notes, etiquette, and sacred context where available.