Sukur
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For the language, see Sukur language.
Sukur Cultural Landscape* | |
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UNESCO World Heritage Site | |
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State Party | Nigeria |
Type | Cultural |
Criteria | iii, v, vi |
Reference | 938 |
Region† | Africa |
Inscription history | |
Inscription | 1999 (23rd Session) |
* Name as inscribed on World Heritage List. † Region as classified by UNESCO. |
Sukur or Sukur Cultural Landscape is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the Northeastern part of Nigeria. It was designated one in 1999 because of its palace, terraced fields, and village, which remain intact.
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