CROSS-RIVER STATE
HISTORY
Created as former South-Eastern state on May 27, 1967, the state was renamed Cross River in February 1976. In 1987, Akwa-Ibom State was excised from Cross River State. It shares boundaries with Benue State to the north, Enugu and Abia States to the west, to the east by Cameroon Republic and to the south by Akwa-Ibom and the Atlantice Ocean.
There are 18 local government areas in the State, namely: Akpabuyo, Odukpani, Akamkpa, Biase, Abi, Ikom, Yarkur, Odubra, Boki, Ogoja, Yala, Obanliku, Obudu, Calabar South, Etung, Bekwara, Bakassi and Calabar Municipality.
There are three major language groups in Cross River State – Efik, Ejagham and Bekwara.
The cultures of the different groups in the State bear striking similarities. Each rhythm and dance expresses the inner feelings of the people which relate to particular events, festivals, or simply their way of life. Dances in Cross River State include: Ekpe, Nkwa, Obon, Udoiminyang, Abang, moninkim, Acharbor, Onat Ekertedi, Ayita, Udiang Otichui and many others.
Traditional festivals relating to farming activities are observed in Yala, Yarkurr, Obubra, Wont, Ogoja, Obudu, Obanliku and Boki local Government areas. These festivals are observed annually to celebrate the rich harvest of the season.
The Cross River State economy is predominantly agricultural and is sub-divided into two sectors – the public and the private sectors. The private sector is dominated by local subsistence farmers while the public sector is run by the Government and features large plantations and demonstration farms.
TINAPA
Tinapa plays a catalytic role in establishing Calabar as a trade and distribution hub in West Africa, while at the same time providing a unique tourism experience to fast track growth of the tourism sector of Cross River State.
REFOME LAKE, EBOM, ABI LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA
one of the largest inland fresh water lakes in eastern Nigeria. Popular for a traditional fishing festival. Two open fishing seasons are recognized and celebrated. The first season is referred to as "Ntuefo" and involves the use of cast net...
The Peace Park is but one of the several places in this heart charming state that one can relax in. Like the 5. Cross River National Park, Oban Division:This sector of the park covers an area of approximately 3000 Km2. It is contiguous with the Korup National Park in the Republic of Cameroun. This is one of the most ornithologically diverse sites in Nigeria. Over 350 bird species have been recorded for this vastly under explored habitat. It is one of only 2 sites in Nigeria where Xavier’s Greenbul has been recorded. The flora of the Oban Division is extremely rich, most of which have restricted distribution. Over 1,303 flowering plants, 141 lichens and 56 moss species have been recorded for this area. The forest of Oban habours a rich diversity of mammal species including the forest elephant, red colobus monkey and a Nigerian endemic.
CULTURAL FESTIVALS
CALABAR CHILDREN FESTIVAL
The Calabar Festival/Carnival (formerly Cross River State Christmas Festival/Carnival) is undisputedly the biggest and longest multi-dimensional, multi-faceted tourism leisure and entertainment programme in West Africa. Thirty-two days of exciting events, colourful activities and unprecedented participation by about one million people from all over the world.
This event has become, arguably, Nigeria’s strongest tourism brand. It is a 32-day Festival that incorporates the Carnival Calabar, the Calabar Carnival Queen Pageant, the HIV/AIDS Walk/Conference, an African Weekend at the Obudu Ranch Resort, musical concerts featuring local, national and international artistes, a Cultural Fiesta, Boat Regatta, Christmas Camp for children, Children Carnival, Christmas Village, African Food Expo, Fashion Shows, Film Festival, Carol Night, Golf and Soccer tournaments, Fireworks, etc.
In Clabar we have some facilities like: The Calaber Marina Pano 
The Boat Club 
The Cable Car 
And so many more, you can visit to see for yourselve..........................
Created as former South-Eastern state on May 27, 1967, the state was renamed Cross River in February 1976. In 1987, Akwa-Ibom State was excised from Cross River State. It shares boundaries with Benue State to the north, Enugu and Abia States to the west, to the east by Cameroon Republic and to the south by Akwa-Ibom and the Atlantice Ocean.
There are 18 local government areas in the State, namely: Akpabuyo, Odukpani, Akamkpa, Biase, Abi, Ikom, Yarkur, Odubra, Boki, Ogoja, Yala, Obanliku, Obudu, Calabar South, Etung, Bekwara, Bakassi and Calabar Municipality.
There are three major language groups in Cross River State – Efik, Ejagham and Bekwara.
The cultures of the different groups in the State bear striking similarities. Each rhythm and dance expresses the inner feelings of the people which relate to particular events, festivals, or simply their way of life. Dances in Cross River State include: Ekpe, Nkwa, Obon, Udoiminyang, Abang, moninkim, Acharbor, Onat Ekertedi, Ayita, Udiang Otichui and many others.
Traditional festivals relating to farming activities are observed in Yala, Yarkurr, Obubra, Wont, Ogoja, Obudu, Obanliku and Boki local Government areas. These festivals are observed annually to celebrate the rich harvest of the season.
The Cross River State economy is predominantly agricultural and is sub-divided into two sectors – the public and the private sectors. The private sector is dominated by local subsistence farmers while the public sector is run by the Government and features large plantations and demonstration farms.
TOURISTS SITES
Obudu Ranch Resort
The Obudu Cattle Ranch now known as the Obudu Mountain Resort is found in the Obaniku Local Government area of the northern part of Cross River State. It is an area where the wonderful work of nature can be appreciated.
NATIONAL PARK OKWANGWO DIVISION
With an area of approximately 1000 Km2, the northern sector of the park, the Okwangwo Division, harbors a diverse collection of flora and fauna, several of them endemic, very rare and endangered. So far, 112 plant species have been documented...
one of the largest inland fresh water lakes in eastern Nigeria. Popular for a traditional fishing festival. Two open fishing seasons are recognized and celebrated. The first season is referred to as "Ntuefo" and involves the use of cast net...
PEACE PARK, CALABAR
CALABAR CHILDREN FESTIVAL
The Calabar Children Carnival is undisputedly the biggest and longest multi-dimensional, multi-faceted tourism leisure and entertainment programme in West Africa. Thirty-two days of exciting events, colourful activities and unprecedented participation by about one million people from all over the world.
This event has become, arguably, Nigeria’s strongest tourism brand. It is a 32-day Festival that incorporates the Carnival Calabar, the Calabar Carnival Queen Pageant, the HIV/AIDS Walk/Conference, an African Weekend at the Obudu Ranch Resort, musical concerts featuring local, national and international artistes, a Cultural Fiesta, Boat Regatta, Christmas Camp for children, Children Carnival, Christmas Village, African Food Expo, Fashion Shows, Film Festival, Carol Night, Golf and Soccer tournaments, Fireworks, etc.
The Carnival attracts over 100,000 costumed revelers and well over a million spectators, both local and international.
This event has become, arguably, Nigeria’s strongest tourism brand. It is a 32-day Festival that incorporates the Carnival Calabar, the Calabar Carnival Queen Pageant, the HIV/AIDS Walk/Conference, an African Weekend at the Obudu Ranch Resort, musical concerts featuring local, national and international artistes, a Cultural Fiesta, Boat Regatta, Christmas Camp for children, Children Carnival, Christmas Village, African Food Expo, Fashion Shows, Film Festival, Carol Night, Golf and Soccer tournaments, Fireworks, etc.
The Carnival attracts over 100,000 costumed revelers and well over a million spectators, both local and international.
This is an event that showcases the culture and tradition of the Yakurr people in the Central part of Cross River State. It is a celebration of the New Yam and holds in August. It attracts the interest of both the indigenes of the area in the Diaspora and tourists alike from different parts of the world. The Festival is a three-week compendium of activities that culminate in a glamorous grand finale featuring traditional parades of the chiefs and maidens dressed in colourful attires. There is also the exhibition of yam harvest as well as traditional wrestling contests. Recently, a football competition and a beauty pageant has become part of the festivities. The activities take place in Ugep in the month of August each year.
This event has become, arguably, Nigeria’s strongest tourism brand. It is a 32-day Festival that incorporates the Carnival Calabar, the Calabar Carnival Queen Pageant, the HIV/AIDS Walk/Conference, an African Weekend at the Obudu Ranch Resort, musical concerts featuring local, national and international artistes, a Cultural Fiesta, Boat Regatta, Christmas Camp for children, Children Carnival, Christmas Village, African Food Expo, Fashion Shows, Film Festival, Carol Night, Golf and Soccer tournaments, Fireworks, etc.
The game of golf has developed tremendously in Nigeria. CRSG seeks to contribute to the continuous growth of this game, which some erroneously see as elitist. The Calabar Open Golf championship is designed to foster greater bonding, communication, social cultural and business activities amongst people of varying social and business classes. The Championship features both professional and amateur golfers of various categories, including ladies. It holds during the Easter period and dove-tails into the Easter Concert, where prizes are awarded to deserving winners.
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i will surely visit nigeria,
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