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Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove * UNESCO World Heritage SiteCountry Nigeria Type Cultural Criteria ii, iii, vi Reference 1118 Region ** Africa Inscription history Inscription 2005 (29th Session) * Name as inscribed on World Heritage List
** Region as classified by UNESCOOsun-Osogbo or Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove is a sacred forest along the banks of the Oshun River just outside the city of Osogbo, Osun State, Nigeria.
The Osun-Osogbo Grove is among the last of the sacred forests which usually adjoin the edges of most Yoruba cities before extensive urbanization. Osun-Osgogbo festival is celebrated every year. Osun- worshipers come from all walks of life to celebrate this day.
In recognition of its global significance and its cultural value, the Sacred Grove was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2005.
External links
- Sacred Orisa Gardens of the West
- Osun Osogbo Sacred Grove- UNESCO
- Ijele: Art Ejournal of the African World
- Osun Osogbo, the film
- Lady from Osogbo, long feature film
Coordinates: 7°45′20″N 4°33′08″E / 7.75556°N 4.55222°E
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