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TOURIST ATTRACTIONS more attractions A combination of geographical, historical and cultural factors has turned Lagos into a tourism haven. The state is blessed with about 180 kilometres of coastline most of which can be described as beaches. Among the major beaches patronised by tourists are: VICTORIA BEACH (BAR BEACH)
LEKKI BEACH
ELEKO BEACH It is located at Ibeju Lekki local government area. It is about 65 kilometres from Lagos- Maroko- Epe Express Road. It is presently the most sought after by expatriates and rich Nigerians because of its cleanliness and privacy. It has good facilities for accommodation, parking, beach tents and chairs. BADAGRY BEACH
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The beach
lies parallel to the Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria Island. It is the
first recognised holiday resort in Nigeria. It is the most popular
beach to both foreign and local tourists despite its occasional
surge. The State government provides regular staffs who serve as
swimming guides as well as life guides. Facilities at the beach such
as beach tents, chairs and tables among other items are provided by
private operators.
It is situated at
Maiyegun Village in Eti - Osa Local Government Area. It is presently
one of the busiest of the beaches attracting more than three million
tourists yearly. It is noted for its musical jamborees. The beach
has good access road, car parks and facilities such as beach huts,
seats and large umbrellas. There is also a big podium for open air
performance.
It is a continuation
of the beaches from the Republic of Benin. It runs parallel to the
Lagos - Seine Road. There are also other recognised beaches located
in the area which are operated by private groups namely: Ocean -
Views Plaza, Atlantic Beach -Resort - Sapo Beach and Airoji Beaches.
They are not as popular as those located in Lagos because of the
distance.