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Port Harcourt is a city in southern Nigeria, the administrative center of River state, located on the bank of the river Bonnie, 66 km from the Gulf of Guinea. On the territory of modern Harcourt lived African tribes .

The city was founded in 1912, by the English settlers who transported coal from the Enugu (200 km to the north). A new port was named in honor of Lewis Harcourt, the ruler of British colonies. Four years later, after the base it has become the main deep-water port in Nigeria, maintaining its position till nowadays. This is the main center for Nigerian export products: palm oil, timber, cocoa, peanuts, oil, coal and tin. In addition, during the twentieth century the village has become one of the largest industrial cities in the country. And it plays now a crucial role in filling the city budget in petroleum industry. The plant is located in Port Harcourt to grant bail for oil refining, enterprises to manufacture tobacco products, rubber, glass, metal, cement, factories for the collection of vehicles and bicycles, as well as edible factories.

 

Tourism in the city is for the most part with a visit to beaches and gardens. Some tourist guides are not advised to be sent to the city from the series of kidnapping foreign nationals in 2005 - 2007, respectively. Attacks and foreign exchange fraud are not uncommon in the city. Within the city there are a few sandy beaches, which are popular among both tourists and local residents. Good beaches in the same known Bonnie Island , which is located approximately 50 km to the south. On the same island is located the Wildlife Park where lovers of eco-tourism can watch in the mangrove vegetation monkeys, runt hippos, crocodiles and other animals. In the Port Harcourt you can visit the National Museum, where are extensive collections of traditional jewelry from the nineteenth century, sculptures and other art objects.

 

Tropical climate is during the rainy season from April to the beginning of November. The rest of months are dry and more cool (the average temperature is about 23C). The same period is characterized by strong winds which raise dust and sand.





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Nigeria is a country blessed with miles of coastline, national parks and fascinating ancient sites and precious oil fields.
Despite these natural resources, Nigeria remains one of the poorest countries in the world.
The greatest heritage of the country consists of the set of races and religions (over 250 tribes).
Unfortunately, this mixture has proven to be the cause of bitter disputes, especially between Muslims and Christians.
Decades of civil war, famine, military dictatorship and corruption have left behind a country deeply divided.
  The capital city is Abuja, but the largest economic center and port is Lagos, located in the southwest.
With 805km of coastline, Nigeria already has the basis for being a top tourist destination, and the government has pledged to improve infrastructure and attract foreign investment.
Meanwhile, just adventurous travelers can enjoy magnificent waterfalls, sandy beaches, lagoons, fascinating historical sights.
  Nigerians wake up very early, so eat several times a day.
Breakfast is served at 5pm and may consist of rice and mango or fried plantains.
For lunch eat stew or bean pudding.
In general, Nigerians eat very spicy.
, they make full use of hot pepper.
Typical stews are made of vegetables, herbs or over and, if they can afford meat.
Cassava and maize are popular products.
In coastal regions they drink palm wine and local beer.
Hotels, cafes and teahouses are popular.
  In the northern part of the country Muslim respect Islamic traditions.
Women should avoid wearing pants.
There are over 250 tribes in Nigeria, the main ones being Hausa in the north, Ibo (Igbo) in the southeast and the Yoruba in the southwest.
The second largest groups are the Fulani, IDOM Igal Igbirra, Kanuri, Tiv and Nupe in the north; Efik, Ekoi, Ibibio and Ijaw in the east and Edo, Itsekiri, Ijaw and Urhobo in the west.
  Capital: Abuja The main languages ​​spoken: English (official), Yoruba, Ibo, Hausa Currency: 1 naira Nigeria (NGR) = 100 kobo   While many people think Nigeria is the worst country to visit, the country is actually becoming safer with thousands of tourists and visitors visiting every year.
There are really nice cities as Lagos, Abuja, Ibadan, Calabar, Uyo, Owerri, Benin, Akuri,Enugu, Osogbo that can offer you wonderful opportunities.
These are the safest countries with great infrastructures and well-developed buildings and roads, low crime rates and economic stability.

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Port Harcourt - The largest Port in the East of Nigeria
Port Harcourt - The largest Port in the East of Nigeria