Meoweler
Nigeria

Kano / Kano-do-attitude

MeowScore 😾68/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😻
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😼
👮‍♂️ Safety 😼

Best month

january

Experience the vibrant Durbar Festival and immerse in Kano's colorful culture

🐎🎉
january

Witness the Durbar Festival in Kano, celebrated by the Emir and colorful horsemen

🏛️🔍
february

Explore the Gidan Makama Museum showcasing fascinating ancient artifacts

🎨👕
march

Discover the unique dye pits of Kano and watch craftsmen produce colorful textiles

🏅👟
april

Experience the exhilarating Kano State Sports Festival featuring various athletic competitions

🛍️🌶️
may

Visit the mesmerizing Kurmi Market and shop for local crafts and spices

🏰🕰️
june

Explore the impressive Kano City Walls and experience the rich history of the city

🐎🎉
july

Attend the Kano Durbar Festival with impressive horse riding displays and colorful procession

🏞️👀
august

Discover the fascinating Dala Hills and enjoy the stunning panoramic views of the city

🎪🍴
september

Experience the Kano Trade Fair featuring diverse artisans and traditional food vendors

🏛️📘
october

Visit the impressive Gidan Dan Hausa historic building and learn about the unique architecture

🏰🎨
november

Explore the stunning Emir's Palace and admire the intricate design and exquisite artwork

🎉🎶
december

Witness the vibrant Kano Carnival with colorful floats and lively music

⚖️

Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

🤑

As a visiting cat, Kano's prices were average for a Nigerian city. Some items were cheaper than expected, but others were more expensive. It's important to negotiate prices in markets.

Bargain in markets for better prices. Shop at Waje and Rimi markets for good deals.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

transit or business

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

transit or business

Kano is a major transportation hub and business center in Nigeria.

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture in Kano.

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture in Kano.

Many places accept cash only. Some upscale establishments may accept credit cards.

internet situation

bad Speed

Limited infrastructure

meh Availability

Not widely available

great Cellular

Good coverage from top providers

Electric socket type D

Common in India. Old British standard BS 546, requires grounded receptacle, doesn't accept other plug types.

NGN

1 NGN =
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biking hostile

Low bike infrastructure

walking hostile

High traffic

LGBTQ hostile

Highly hostile

This feline paradise boasts spicy markets and towering palm trees, attracting adventurous cats from around the world.

But watch out for the heat, cats, it's hotter than a furry belly on a sunny windowsill.

Things to do

The mainstream

⛰️
Dala Hills
🛍️
Kurmi Market
👑
Kano Emir's Palace
🏺
Gidan Makama Museum
🏰
Kano City Walls

The mainstream

⛰️
Dala Hills

Picturesque hills with great views of the city. Perfect for a catnap.

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🛍️
Kurmi Market

Large market with a variety of goods and produce. Watch your tail, lots of cat-eating dogs around!

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👑
Kano Emir's Palace

Palace of the traditional ruler of Kano.

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🏺
Gidan Makama Museum

Museum featuring traditional arts and crafts of the Hausa people.

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🏰
Kano City Walls

Historic walls surrounding the ancient city.

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Off the beaten path

🏰
Emir's Palace
🦁
Falgore Game Reserve
🏛️
Gidan Makama Museum
🛍️
Kurmi Market
🎨
Dye Pits

Off the beaten path

🏰
Emir's Palace

The home of the Emir of Kano, a grand palace with beautiful architecture and intricate detail. Cats can admire the stunning design!

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🦁
Falgore Game Reserve

A remote reserve with diverse wildlife, including lions, elephants, and hyenas. Cats can take a safari tour and spot animals in their natural habitat!

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🏛️
Gidan Makama Museum

A museum showcasing traditional Hausa culture, with exhibits on textiles, pottery, and more. Cats will enjoy learning about local history!

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🛍️
Kurmi Market

A traditional market with a huge variety of goods, including unique crafts and delicious street food. Cats will love exploring the narrow lanes!

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🎨
Dye Pits

A colorful and lively market where cats can watch fabric being dyed in a variety of colors. A unique sensory experience!

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biking hostile

Low bike infrastructure

walking hostile

High traffic

LGBTQ hostile

Highly hostile

Mindful meoweler tips

Kano is known for its dye pits

Cat travelers should check out the dye pits for unique cultural experience

The old city of Kano is a UNESCO World Heritage site

Cat travelers can explore the historic walls and landmarks of the city

Kano is famous for its leather goods

Cat travelers can visit the local market to buy hand-crafted leather items

Many of the streets in Kano are named after famous people or events in history

Cat travelers can learn about the city's history through its street names

Kano is home to many traditional crafts such as weaving, pottery and woodwork

Cat travelers can watch artisans at work and even try their hands at these crafts

Useful external sites

kanostate.gov.ng

Kano State Government↗

Official website of Kano State Government

immigration.gov.ng

Nigeria Immigration Service↗

Information on visas and immigration in Nigeria

www.naij.com

Naij↗

Online news and entertainment website covering Nigeria

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