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Kano (Ajami: كَنُواْ) is a city in northern Nigeria and the capital of Kano State. [3] It is the second largest city in Nigeria after Lagos, with over four million citizens living within 449 km 2 (173 sq mi). [4]
Nov 9, 2024 · Kano, city, capital of Kano state, northern Nigeria, located on the Jakara River. It was selected for the capital of the Hausa state of Kano in the reign (1095–1134) of King Gajemasu (Gijimasu). Modern Kano is a commercial and industrial center.
Kano State (Hausa: Jihar Kano جِهَرْ كَنُوَ; Fula: 𞤤𞤫𞤴𞤣𞤭 𞤳𞤢𞤲𞤮𞥅, romanized: Leydi Kano) is one of the 36 states of Nigeria, located in the northern region of the country. [5] According to the national census done in 2006, Kano State is the most populous state in Nigeria.
Nov 7, 2024 · Kano, state, northern Nigeria. It was formed in 1968 from Kano province, and in 1991 its northeastern portion was split off to form Jigawa state. It is bordered by the states of Jigawa to the north and east, Bauchi to the southeast, Kaduna to the southwest, and Katsina to the northwest.
Kano, historic kingdom and traditional emirate in northern Nigeria. According to the Kano Chronicle (1890s), the best-known native history of the Hausa people, the Kano kingdom was founded as one of the Hausa Bakwai (“Seven True Hausa States”) in 999 by Bagauda, a grandson of Bayajida (Abuyazidu), the legendary progenitor of the Hausa people.
The Kano Durbar Festival (2019) Tour Nigeria. A celebration of northern Nigeria's cultural treasure. The Kano Durbar is the largest procession of colorful horses in the world. It has evolved...
Kano, Nigeria, offers a myriad of attractions and experiences that cater to a wide range of interests, from exploring ancient landmarks and vibrant markets to enjoying natural attractions and savoring local cuisine.
The Great Mosque of Kano, also known as the Masjid Al-Qiblatayn, is one of the largest and most significant mosques in Nigeria. The mosque, originally built in the 15th century and later reconstructed, features impressive Islamic architecture and serves as a spiritual centre for the Muslim community in Kano.
Kano is a city in North West Nigeria and the capital of Kano State. It has a population of around 3.6 million (2016 estimate), giving it a busy atmosphere. It is an ancient trading city inhabited for well over a thousand years.
The most striking example of Kano's traditional Hausa architecture, the Emir's Palace is accessible only to those invited by the Emir, but its sheer majesty makes it worth a sightseeing visit. 2. Kurmi Market. 8. Flea & Street Markets. Supposedly this is the largest market in Africa. 3.
