The Plateau State in Nigeria (West Africa) derives its name from the geographical description of the landscape that prevails in this part of Nigeria, often called the Jos Plateau. Jos Plateau is the highest of the two plates found in Nigeria; the other is the Mambilla Plateau. While most PLATEA consists of slightly undulating mountainous areas of average height of 3,500 meters above sea level, there are areas such as valley hills with peaks higher than 5,000 meters above sea level.
Jos, the capital of Plato’s state, is located at approximately 9.6 degrees north latitude and 8.5 degrees east latitude. The city is located near the geographical center of Nigeria. For variety and scenic beauty, Jos did not pareil.
The Plateau State is miniature Nigeria. In addition to sheltering an area of fascinating contrast with picturesque beauty, embracing some kind of cool temperate climate, it has a rich combination of different, but friendly people, mostly Christians. This is one of the few countries in the country where there is no particular ethnic group that enjoys any monopoly. Instead, here you can find many small ethnic groups who see and appreciate the need for mutual cooperation for the survival and progress of the entire state.
climate
Generally speaking, the climate of the state is milder than in the rest of the country. It is invigorating, and the closest equivalent of a temperate climate in this tropical zone. It is for this reason that we have Jos and its surroundings - the largest concentration of resident expatriates in the former British West Africa. In fact, on colonial days, Jos was considered anylum, where colonial officers came to spend their local vacations and enjoy a healthy environment.
Temperatures on the plateau are several degrees lower than in the rest of the county. The recorded average temperature is 81.7 F (27.6 ° C) Maximum and 51.7 F (10.9 C) Min. There is either an extreme double temperature, or too much difference between the rainy and dry season.
During the rainy season, intermittent rain falls, and sometimes small frosts occur. One of the interesting aspects of Jos weather is that it may rain in one part of the city, and other parts may remain dry and sunny. In addition, drainage is usually very good.
Because of its climate and fascinating topography. Jos became a magnetic resort, especially for a European tourist.
Markets and attractions on the Ios Plateau; The market for building materials and vegetables, the market for Faringad tomatoes, Langtang Street, Mangu Market, Rukub Road Market, Jengre Market, etc. Jos Plateau Plateau in Nigeria is also a place where you can find the following in abundance and with good wholesale and retail prices. Products such as; vegetables (including Irish potatoes, cucumber, cabbage, tomatoes, green peppers, green peas, watermelon, water, onions, carrots), fruits (including: oranges, bananas, mangoes, pineapples, strawberries, grapes) (including a cow , calf, goat, sheep, goat, chicken eggs, broiler chicken) and precious stones (including topaz, ruby, blue tourmaline, pink tourmaline, aquamarine, quartz, sapphire) and many others.
In addition, you can access free valuable information in the surrounding area, hotels, banks, local traditional festivals, local transport, a zoo, wildlife reserves and Game reserves,
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