Beautiful Nigeria: Birnin Kudu Rock Paintings, Jigawa State

Birnin Kudu Rock Paintings was discovered in 1950-1955 in Birnin Kudu. It is notable as having a collection of ancient rock gongs which were used as musical instruments and warning bells.

Birnin Kudu rock paintings are one of the fascinating proofs of ancient human civilization in Sub-Saharan Africa.

These paintings are reputed to be more than two millennia old, situated in the lush landscape of Northern Nigeria

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The historic significance of this location is overwhelming. It proves that there have been some sort of civilization in the area now known as Nigeria, which predates many of the western civilizations that dominate today.