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Parks And Garden In Lagos You Need To Visit

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Apr 30, 2022.

Quadri Abdulsamod

EKO HOT BLOG Here are some Parks and Garden in Lagos that you need to know and visit this festive period.

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Parks And Garden In Lagos You Need To Visit

Lekki Conservation Centre (LCC)

Lekki Conservation Centre (LCC) is a 78-hectare (190-acre) Natural Resource Conservation in Lekki, Lagos State Nigeria.

The garden is a whole collection of Nature, both acquatic, apes and different kind of birds. It consist of different species of flowers, plants and trees, Nature beauty and reality can be felt at a glance at LCC

The Centre was established in 1990 to serve as biodiversity conservation icon and environment education centre. The facility was built by the Chevron Corporation for the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF), as a reserved sanctuary for the rich flora and fauna of the Lekki Peninsula.

The center is located along the Lekki-Epe Expressway in the Lekki Peninsula, opposite Chevron.

The reserve area which covers a land area of 78 hectare is located on Lekki Peninsula, next to the Lekki Lagoon, and near the Lagos Lagoon. It protects the wetlands of the Lekki peninsula which consists of swamp and savannah habitats.

NDUBUISI KANU PARK

The Kanu Ndubuisi Park is a public park and recreational center located in Ikeja, Lagos. It is a green space created and managed by the Lagos State Parks and Garden Agency.

It was named after first Military Administrator of Lagos State, Late Admiral Ndubuisi Kanu (1977-1978). The park has a lawn tennis court, a basketball court, a play area for cildren, seats and benches, patios and sheds and snacks stands. It has a large green area for residents to host picnic and relax generally.

Parks And Garden In Lagos You Need To Visit

Falomo Garden

Falomo Garden is a green public space located under the Falomo Bridge in Ikoyi, Lagos, Nigeria. The garden which was developed by The Lagos State Government in conjunction with Fidelity Bank in 2017 beautified the Falomo round-way and provides a garden where residents and individuals in transit can sit, relax and enjoy the ambiance of the city.

The natural green coupled with artistic sculpture are captivating especially when the light come on at night.
The garden also has a walkway

Muri-OkunOla Park

The park is situated at Victoria Island, It has a beautiful green space good for field games and relaxation. The atmosphere is cool couples with oceanic view.

It was built and commissioned on 18th December, 2008 by the former Governor of Lagos State, Babatunde Raji Fashola.

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Ikorodu Recreational Park

The Park is located at IPakodo, Ikorodu Ferry terminal. The park has a cool and unique environment with lush green grass, a serene atmosphere for leisure event and sports.

Some other features of the park include lounge, water fountains, mini-zoo, parking space, standard football pitch and others