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It's day 31 of the on going #zingtober contest and the prompt is #Landmark.. introducing this prompt, I had to do a lot of research about one of Nigerians landmarks and I concluded to work on the Olumo Rock and the use of #zing as an inscription on the signboard.
Olumo Rock, is not only significant to the historical legacy of the Egba people, it is also a tourism icon of inestimable proportion for Ogun state. Just like the name “Olumo” meaning “Planted by God Almighty,” this monumental tourist and historical site holds fascinating history that should never be forgotten.
There are 13 facts about the Olumo Rock
It is about 137 meters high and 1938 meters above sea level.
The name “Olumo” is a combination of two words; “Olu” (god/deity) and “mo” (moulded).
A famous hunter named “Adagba” discovered Olumo Rock.
It served as a hiding place during war, and for indigenes to clearly view the enemy’s advancement.
It was not just a shelter it also served as a tower of strength to the Egbas in protecting their territory.
Olumo Rock is very symbolic to the people of Egba because it represents nationalism, unity and freedom.
Egba warriors regarded Olumo Rock as a protection shrine and a place where sacrifices are made to its deity.
A woman called “Iya Orisa Olumo” lived her entire life under the famous rock. She was in charge of sacrifices made in the shrine to appeal to the gods of the rock.
The ruler of Egba, “Alake of Egbaland”, prays and offers sacrifices at the shrine on behalf of the people.
The rock houses a mystery tree which had been in existence for over 200 years. The tree is known to always flourish throughout the seasons.
Olumo Rock officially became a tourist site in 1976.
Olumo Rock is a natural edifice; pride of the people of Abeokuta and Nigeria at large.
Olumo Rock is located in Abeokuta, Ogun state.
As a proud Nigerian, I choose to use one of Nigerians landmarks to end the zingtober contest. Special thanks to all who worked to put the contest together, may God continually bless and keep y'all.
The process
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