Olumo Rock is a mountain in south-western Nigeria. It is located in the city of Abeokuta, Ogun State, and was normally used as a natural Fortification during inter-tribal warfare in the 19th century. Its patron spirit is venerated in the Yoruba religion as an orisha. The name olumo is the combination of two words: "olu" which means god/deity, and "mo" which means moulded.
Tourism
Olumo Rock is located in the city of
Abeokuta,
Ogun State,
Nigeria.
Historically, the rock was a natural fortress for the
Egba people during inter-tribal warfare in the 19th century.
It provided protection to the
Egba people when they needed it, and is now held in high esteem by the members of the clan.
The mountain, one of the most popular tourist destinations in Nigeria, sits in the heart of Abeokuta – a name which means “Under the rock” in the
Yoruba language. The rock has a height of 137 meters above sea level. Abeokuta was originally inhabited by the Egbas, who the rock provided with sanctuary and gave a vantage point to monitor the enemy’s advance, leading to eventual triumph in war. The town of Abeokuta eventually grew as these new settlers spread out from this location.
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