Erin-Ijesha water-fall is a seven step waterfall in a rural location in Nigeria.
The awe-inspiring falls, also known as Erin-Ijesha Waterfalls is an assemblage
of seven distinct cascades located on the south western slopes of the lush
Effon Ridge, in Erin-Ijesha town, Osun State Nigeria.
The gigantic Ridge constitutes a conspicuous eye-catcher for
every traveler along the Ilesa-Akure expressway, as it towers into the distant
skyline, forming a spectacular backrest for the sleepy towns of Erin-Oke, Erin-Ijesha
and Erinmo all in Osun State, Nigeria.
It’s believed by people of Erin-Ijesa that the
waterfalls exude from a big pot located at the top of the ridge i.e the
seventh step.
The waterfall is a whole new exciting and awe inspiring
experience with nature. Each step of the waterfall has a flowing fountain
that marks the mystical nature of the place.
The Olumirin Waterfall is one of
natural wonders of the world. At the outset, you will find nothing unique, but
as you climb the uphill plain, which is on seven levels, you will have breathtaking
views of nature, boundless amount of nature stored.
At all the levels, the views are spectacular; you will also
find the water refreshing. However the seventh level is somewhat difficult to
climb, as you will find even the third level equal to trudging the snow-white
sharp Mount Everest (a bit of a task I must confess, I stopped at the third
step sincerely.)
The seventh fall is the most wonderful, as you will be at
the peak of the waterfall. The 7th fall also serves as a settlement
for ancient inhabitants for a number of years. The cascading waterfall amidst
the soaring mountains, gives a blend of wildlife with tranquility.
It should be noted that the Second Cascade is the
most gigantic of all, with the waters diving down a 40m-high cliff. The copious
plunge is most spectacular in the rainy season when the stream channel is at
its flooding levels. Its plunge pool forms a shallow swimming pool for visitors
at the site who are lucky and brave enough to get to the second fall.
Another great attraction at the Erin Ijesa waterfalls is the
AbaOke
Village, (sorry I couldn't get the pictures of the settlement as I didn’t
get to the 7th cascade, but I promise my next visit which is very
soon, I will prepare better)
AbaOke, a rustic enclave located at the top of the
colossal ridge. The name “AbaOke” is a Yoruba word which is a
combination of two other Yoruba words: “Aba”
“Oke”, meaning “The village on the Top”,
suggesting the location, of the small village.
A tourist ascending the ridge from the waterfalls will have
to climb for about one hour before getting to AbaOke settlement. The village is
said to be in Effon Alaaye Local Government Area, hence the villagers refer
to their settlement as Effon Alaaye (as it’s found in Ekiti State).
The village basically consists of mud houses and the main
occupations are farming, Garri processing (using local method), Cocoa
Cultivation and Moi Moi (beans cake) leaves Cultivation as they are found in
great numbers on the ridge.
They are ever ecstatic to see people beat the heights
of the enormous ridge in order to visit their remote enclave.
The waterfall is a must-visit for you as this signifies a
true gift from the God.
If you come to
Nigeria or resident here in Nigeria, there is a need to pay a visit to the
fall. It’s worth the while.
Dee3Concepts Travels can assist with providing a tour guide assistance and assist with good accommodation booking according to your budget prior your visit to the state of Osun either for business,
leisure or vacation, famous festivals that attract visitors from around the
world such as Osun Oshogbo International Festival, Olojo
Festival in Ile-Ife, Iwude Festival in Ilesha etc.
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