Damaturu
Nigeria · Yobe StateNG
Capital city of Yobe State, Nigeria
Damaturu is a Local Government Area and the capital city of Yobe State in northern Nigeria. It is the headquarters of the Damaturu Emirate.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 88,014
- Coordinates
- 11.747, 11.961
- Timezone
- Africa/Lagos
- Elevation
- 371 m
Overview of Damaturu
Damaturu belongs to Yobe State, Nigeria and has the feel of a compact city. Around 88,014 people live here. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. The local offer centres on culture and water sports. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in Damaturu
Culture in Damaturu
(1)Under culture, Damaturu is tagged with Mosques. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Damaturu.
Water Sports in Damaturu
(1)For water sports, expect Canoeing. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Damaturu.
Getting there & around
Reach Damaturu by regional transport from the nearest hub in Yobe State; the core is compact enough to walk. Time zone: Africa/Lagos.
Similar destinations
Places near Damaturu that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Damaturu known for?
- Damaturu, in Yobe State, Nigeria, is best known for culture and water sports. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 88,014 residents.
- What can you do in Damaturu?
- Recorded activities in Damaturu include Mosques and Canoeing. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- Where is Damaturu located?
- Damaturu is located in Yobe State, Nigeria. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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