If you should think to an African megacity, this is Lagos without any doubts. It is actually the second African large city (behind Cairo), and also the second African fast growing city (behind Bamako). Lagos is very dynamic, and its population grows with 250 000 people every year, experiencing the Nigerian oil boom. Lagos is one of the wealthiest African cities, and also one of the most expensive.

The ancient Lagos was located on the Lagoon Islands

The ancient Lagos was located on the Lagoon Islands

Lagos is a very old city. Its modern beginnings date back in the XIV th century, when Portuguese explorers gave it the name. During all the Middle Age Lagos was an important center of slaves trade. When Nigeria gained its independence from the British crown in 1950 started the modern boom of Lagos, due to the rich oil reserves of Nigeria.

Lagos started its development from the two islands of the Lagos lagoon: Victoria Island and the Lagos Island, which remain today some residential and expensive areas. Meanwhile, the city expanded impressive 40 km on the mainland, gathering 8 000 000 together.

The Residential Apartments on the Lagoon Islands are among the most expensive throughout Africa

The Residential Apartments on the Lagoon Islands are among the most expensive throughout Africa

Well, this was the introduction in order to get more from Lagos. If you want to visit Lagos ( and I will give you many reasons for doing it), you should know something about the city itself. Otherwise finding your way in Lagos is an impossible mission, then the city is huge and overcrowded. If you are really sure about your targets in Lagos, you may want use the public buses; if you have doubts, take a cab, but it will cost you ten times more. Try to find a satisfactory car and a driver you can understand, as he can tell you a lot of stories about the visited neighborhoods. You should handle by price, all the people are expecting it and it is normal. If you are waiting to the traffic lights, or are caught in a traffic jams, don’t buy anything from the people who try to sell all the kind of faked things. And don’t give money to the beggars, as your car will be simply attacked by a crowd of beggars !

A romantic dinner on the Victoria Island, over the Lagos lagoon

A romantic dinner on the Victoria Island, over the Lagos lagoon

The rich culture of Nigeria is a major reason to visit Nigeria and Lagos. The National Museum of Nigeria and the Didi Museum are simply fabulous, hosting many traditional artefacts. Other interesting attractions: The Shrine of Fela and the Oba’s Palace ( a former royal residence).

For shopping in Lagos, I would recommend the Tafawa Balewa Square, which is safe on daylight. As soon the dark comes, avoid it any price! Besides, there are some good malls and fancy boutiques on the Lagos Island.

Entertainment and music on the streets of Lagos is usual. Maybe you are so lucky to experience the Eyo carnival held in April. Otherwise, you will be anyway mesmerized by the endless street parties. Lagos saw the birth of a few African music styles: highlight, juju, fuji, afrobeat. These street parties are organized mostly on Victoria Island, where you can find also the city’s most fashionable bars, like La Casa or Planet 44.

Central Business District in Lagos

Central Business District in Lagos

Don’t miss when in Lagos the traditional Pepper Soup. The strongest you can find also on Victoria Island, in Groto Bar!

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