Location

Plateau State, Nigeria's foremost tourists' destination is located beautifully in the center of the Country. Located in the Middle-Belt Zone, it lies between latitude 80°24'north and Longitude 80°32' and 100°38' east. The northern part of the State is mostly rocky and the area contains within its infractions chains of hills and many captivating rock formations. Its picturesque landscape ranges from bare rocks and artificial hillocks and deep gorges from years of tin mining in Jos. With a land mass covering thousands of kilometers, the State has an estimated population of about three million.

Physical Features

Plateau State has the most striking physical features in Nigeria with the high lands rising from 1,200 meters above sea level at the low lands to a peak of 1,829 meters above sea level. The Shere Hills range perhaps the most rugged of the Jos Plateau Range. The name "Plateau State" was derived from the State's spectacular geographical landscape, a delight to every tourist.

Climate

Though situated in the tropical zone, Plateau State has a near temperate climate with an approximate mean high temperature of 22°C and mean minimum low temperature of 18°C. The mean annual rainfall varies from 131.75 cm in the southern part to 146 cm on the Plateau, and highest rainfall is usually recorded in the months of July and August. The weather is always cold between the months of December and February as a result of the charlatan winds. Even though the temperatures appear highest between March and April, Plateau weather remains the coldest and this weather condition accounts for the concentration of expatriates in the State compared to other States of the federation

Major Attractions

Plateau State is especially popular for its many tourist attractions. To learn more head over to the Visit Plateau State page.

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