Yola
Nigeria · Adamawa StateNG
Capital city of Adamawa State, Nigeria
Yola is the capital city and administrative centre of Adamawa State, Nigeria. It is located on the Benue River, and has a population of over 336,648 (2010). Yola is split into two parts. The old town of Yola where the Lamido of Adamawa resides, is the traditional city and the new city of Jimeta is the administrative and commercial centre.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 392,854
- Coordinates
- 9.208, 12.481
- Timezone
- Africa/Lagos
- Elevation
- 599 m
Overview of Yola
Set in Adamawa State, Nigeria, Yola is a busy regional city. Its resident count stands at approximately 392,854. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. Plan around adventure and water sports and you will not run out of ideas. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls. Elevation is roughly 599 metres.
Things to do in Yola
Adventure in Yola
(1)Our data lists Parachute as adventure options here. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Yola.
Water Sports in Yola
(1)Under water sports, Yola is tagged with Rafting. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Yola.
Getting there & around
Long-distance travel plus local networks make Yola straightforward to reach and cross. Time zone: Africa/Lagos.
Similar destinations
Places near Yola that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Yola known for?
- Yola, in Adamawa State, Nigeria, is best known for adventure and water sports. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 392,854 residents.
- What can you do in Yola?
- Recorded activities in Yola include Parachute and Rafting. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- Where is Yola located?
- Yola is located in Adamawa 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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