Jos Plateau
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The Jos Plateau is a plateau located in Nigeria covering 7770 km². With an average altitude of 1280 metres, with its highest point at 2010 metres, it is the only region of temperate climate of Nigeria. The plateau has given name to the State (Plateau State) in which it is found and is itself named for the state's capital, Jos.
[edit] History
- Further information: Nok culture
After the British colonization of Nigeria, Jos Plateau became one of the most important tourist destinations of Nigeria, but touristic activity was impeded in early 21st century by new conflict between Christians and Muslims. During the 1960s tin mining was widespread in the area, which has caused some damage to the landscape in isolated areas. The Jos Plateau is dotted with a number of extinct volcanoes.
[edit] Geology
The Jos Plateau is of granitic nature, with some elevations of volcanic origin containing tin. Important rivers are Kaduna, Gongola, Hadejia and Yobe, which have their source in this place.
[edit] References
- "Jos Plateau". Encyclopædia Britannica. Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc.
- World Wildlife Fund Scientific Report. World Wildlife Fund Scientific Report. National Geographic Society. Retrieved on 2007-07-19.
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