Igi Nla

Legendary sacred tree outside Ile-Ife, known in local stories for its unusual power

Igi Nla is a large, legendary tree outside Ile-Ife, surrounded by stories about its power and the bare ground beneath its branches. Like many sacred places around Ife, its interest is tied as much to local belief as to what you see on arrival.

Go with local guidance and treat the place respectfully. It is best suited to travellers already exploring Ife's shrines, groves, and Yoruba origin traditions.

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