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Culture
Nigeria is a land of rich and diverse cultural heritage, with more than 250 ethnic groups, a wide array of religions and sophisticated visual arts.
Festivals
Nigeria has many local festivals that date back to the time before the arrival of the major religions, and which are still occasions for masquerade and dance.
Entertainment
Nollywood is the second largest film producer after india’s Bollywood, and followed by Hollywood. Nigeria, known as “The Heart of African Music” has always been at the vanguard of world music.
Tourism
Nigeria is gaining popularity as an unexplored touist haven. Furthermore, tourism is declared as a preferred sector, with attractive incentives attached to new investments.
Arts
Nigerian classic arts consists of mainly sculptures which were escavated at different sites in the country. The oldest is Nok, others are Igbo-Ukwu, Ife, Benin, Tsoede or Tada, Esie etc.
Cuisine
The cuisine of Nigeria has its roots in the nine thousand year old African traditions and some European influences. Food is related to art, traditions and culture.