Arts, Culture & Tourism Sector

Discover the heartland of Yoruba culture and Nigeria's premier destination for heritage tourism and cultural experiences

Osun State is rich in cultural practices, festivals, and tourist sites with historical landmarks and attractive natural features that distinguish it from other States in Nigeria.

Osun State is the heartland of the Yoruba culture as Ile-Ife in Osun State is historically the cradle of humanity. Ile-Ife also houses the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Nigeria's pre-eminent institution of higher learning and an important early centre of political and religious development for Yoruba culture.

Tourism at a Glance

Osun State's impressive tourism landscape by the numbers

75+

Tourist Sites

Historical and natural attractions

50+

Annual Festivals

Celebrated all year round

75,000+

Annual Tourists

Visitors from around the world

Cultural Heritage Highlights

Discover what makes Osun State globally recognized as the citadel of culture and tourism

Yoruba Culture Heartland

Ile-Ife, historically the cradle of humanity and home to Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU)

UNESCO World Heritage

Osun Osogbo Grove recognized as a World Heritage Site and International Festival

River Osun Origins

Named after the venerated natural spring and manifestation of the famous Yoruba goddess 'Osun'

Centre for Black Culture

UNESCO established CBCIU (Centre for Black Culture and International Understanding) in Osogbo

Major Tourist Attractions

Explore our diverse range of natural, historical, and mystical sites


Natural Sites

Olumirin Water Falls

Breathtaking natural waterfalls in Erin Ijesha

Owala Dam

Scenic dam reservoir in Okinni

Ayikunnugba Watershed

Natural watershed in Oke Ila


Historical & Cultural

Osun International Tourist Village

Premier cultural destination in Osogbo

Oke-Oore Heritage Site

Historic cultural site in Iwo

Slave Trade Memorial

Historical remembrance site in Apomu

Jalumi Cannon

Historic military artifact in Inisa

Kiriji Peace Treaty Memorial

Historic peace monument in Iresi


Mystical Sites

Oduduwa Grove and Shrine

Sacred spiritual site in Ile-Ife

Oranmiyan Staff and Shrine

Ancient mystical monument in Ile-Ife

Oke Iragbiji

Sacred hill and spiritual site in Iragbiji

Iginla Shrine

Traditional spiritual center in Iwara near Iwo

Investment Opportunities

Diverse opportunities to invest in Osun State's rich cultural and tourism heritage

Infrastructure

Tourist Site Upgrades (PPP)

Public-Private Partnership opportunities to upgrade and modernize existing tourist attractions

Cultural Products

Indigenous Product Promotion

Develop and promote traditional Yoruba products including Adire textiles, batik fabrics, and aso-oke for global markets

Cultural Development

Yoruba World Heritage Centre

Establish a world-class heritage center in Ile-Ife to promote indigenous arts and cultural products

Hospitality

World-Class Resort Centres

Develop luxury resort and relaxation centers around major tourist sites and attractions

Eco-Tourism

Eco-Tourism Development

Create natural wildlife corridors and sustainable tourism experiences around natural sites

Entertainment

Entertainment & Activities

Develop entertainment activities and experiences around natural and historical tourist sites

Events

Cultural Festival Infrastructure

Build permanent venues and facilities to support the 50+ annual festivals celebrated in Osun State

Arts

Arts & Crafts Centers

Establish modern facilities for traditional arts including music, drums, dances, paintings, and film making

Rich Cultural Heritage

Osun State has a rich cultural heritage showcased through excellent works of art, music, drums, dances, dresses, paintings, film making, and cultural festivals.

The people of Osogbo, the capital of Osun State, have historical expertise in producing indigo-based textiles (popularly called “Adire“ i.e. tie and dye fabrics), batik fabrics and aso-oke fabrics.

Film Making

Traditional Music

Adire Textiles

Cultural Festivals

Ready to Invest in Culture & Tourism?

Join us in preserving and promoting Yoruba heritage while building a thriving tourism industry. Discover investment opportunities that celebrate culture and drive economic growth.

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Contact

Address

Osun State Investment Promotion Agency (OSIPA)
Bola Ige House, Osun State Secretariat
Abeere, Osun State, Nigeria


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