Ogbunike Caves

The Ogbunike Caves are located in Anambra State, southeastern Nigeria.

Site description

Located in a valley blanketed by tropical rain forest, the collection of caves has been in use over centuries by local people for whom it has particular spiritual significance^[1]. This spiritual significance is still apparent, as the "Ime Ogbe" celebration is undertaken every year to commemorate the discovery of the caves. Visitors must remove their shoes before entering the caves, as per tradition^[2].

World Heritage Status

This site was added to the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List on October 8, 2007 in the Mixed (Cultural + Natural) category.^[3]

Notes

1. ^ Ogbunike Caves - UNESCO World Heritage Centre
2. ^ Ogbunike Caves - UNESCO World Heritage Centre
3. ^ Ogbunike Caves - UNESCO World Heritage Centre

References

Ogbunike Caves - UNESCO World Heritage Centre Retrieved 2009-03-03.