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The Chinese tourists, and Nigerian Culture By Anago-Osho



It amazing for me to witness the growing interest of Chinese tourists in Nigerian culture. This highlights the increasing global relationship and curiosity about different cultures especially Nigerian culture. Everyone, especially the government can use this growing interests to it's advantage pragmatically by developing tourism and use it as a mechanism to change the narratives about Nigeria.

The Chinese tourists are interested in Nigerian traditions. And they engage with Nigerian culture basically through visits to historical sites, and privately organized cultural events. They are interested in festivals but the time of their visits are often not during festival period but on few occasions have coincided with a festival.

The uniqueness and diversity of Nigerian culture attract the international tourists to Nigeria and the Chinese are not deterred from visiting Nigeria. Nothing interest the Chinese tourists more than culture and history. When they visit, they are not interested in the cities or it's infrastructures, they are usually interested in remote communities, the people, their way of life and traditions. 

As they visit Nigeria, the cultural exchange promote mutual understanding and tolerance. When they visit the country, they patronize accomodations, cuisine, transportation across the country, souvenirs, etc. As the visitors arrive it gives the people economic benefits and an opportunity to interact. The Nigerian people are very hospitable.

The Chinese interest in Nigerian culture proves how important traditions, art and culture are. If foreigners appreciate Nigerian culture it is important for Nigerians to appreciate it more. Nigerian culture must be protected and cultural sites must be preserved and conserved.

There are actions like documentation of cultural practices and traditions, educational and awareness programs and restoration of historical sites, that could be taken to preserve Nigeria's cultural heritage.

The preservation of Nigeria's cultural heritage sites requires collective efforts, determination and practical steps. The interest from foreigners serves as a reminder of Nigeria's rich cultural significance.


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