Ukhun

Understand

Ukhun is located in the Plateau region of Esan Land in Edo Central Senatorial District of Edo State, Nigeria.

Climate Ukhun has a Tropical wet and dry or savanna climate

Getting around

A taxi would do just fine to move around the town.

See

Itio-Ukhun, Along Ukhun-Idoa Road, Ukhun (a bike or taxi drive from Ukhun Junction at Ekpoma). Itio-Ukhun is an ancient settlement of the Ukhun people before the advent of Wars which forced them to relocate to their current location. A shrine (called Ekhuan) exists in this place that has been in existence from time immemorial. A mystical python is said to exist within the shrine in a deep well surrounded by clay pots. The shrine only reveals itself to whoever it pleases - a person who has not committed grave sins. It's forbidden for one who has had sex overnight to visit the shrine. Before entering the premises of the shrine visitors are expected to rub their hands with native chalk (Ére) signifying purity before being admitted to the premises. (updated Dec 2021) Orosun warm spring, Uwen-Ogbeta, Ukhun (by foot). A warm spring with a cave and serene forest. (updated Dec 2021) Oghodekpe River, Ukhun (by foot from Ukhun Town). A mystical river that only rises above sea level during the Dry Season and drops below sea level during the rainy season. (updated Dec 2021)

Do

A visit to Dam located at a border town with Erah and the prospect of fishing.

Buy

Ukhun Market, Along Ukhun-Idoa Road, Ukhun (A car/bike ride from Ukhun Junction at Ekpoma or Idoa, Ewu is also available.). NGN 500 - 10000. (updated Aug 2022)

Sleep

1 Supreme Hotels, Ukhun Road, Ekpoma. A nice hospitality outfit that offers a swimming pool, Karaoke night, contemporary Nigeria dishes, bar, business centre. It takes about five minutes drive to Ukhun town. (updated Dec 2021)

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