Port Harcourt is the capital city of Rivers State and the 5th largest city in Nigeria located along the Bonny River.
Port Harcourt was named after the then secretary of the state colony back in 1912 – Lewis Vernon Harcourt.
Port Harcourt is Nigeria’s second-largest port and a site for storage for palm oil and petroleum.
The native languages spoken in Port Harcourt is Ijaw, Ikwerre and Ogoni.
Port Harcourt is not just a business hub but a relaxation spot too.
View some places worth visiting in Port Harcourt.
1. Asia town
Asia town is located in Old GRA in Port Harcourt. It is a restaurant and an event complex. Asian town serves delicious Indian, Chinese and Thai meals.
Different occasions like birthdays, anniversaries, fashion shows are held there.
2. Mile 1 market
Mile 1 Market, Port Harcourt is a shopping centre that sells virtually everything at a competitive price, so be sure to get things cheaper.
It is considered one of the busiest and largest markets in Nigeria. The different colours of umbrellas spread across the market are one of its trademarks.
3. Hotel Presidential
Hotel Presidential in Port Harcourt has an external and amazing look. Neat and clean walkways, premium swimming pool and serves delicious food too.
4. National Museum Port Harcourt
The museum has historical and significant cultural traditions. It is recorded to have some of Nigeria’s oldest specimens, paintings from renowned artists and delicious food from the Ibani kitchen.
5. Port Harcourt city mall
Port Harcourt city mall is a hub for the sales of electricity, clothing and anything you could think of.
It has kids zine, good courts and it’s a good place for exploration.
6. Bole street
Bole street in Port Harcourt is famous for its delicious food all over Nigeria.
A place for eye-catching and finger-licking foods, barbecue, fried fish and special dishes.
No place was written in order of importance, there are yet places to explore in Port Harcourt.
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