Recreation Facilities and Tourism in Ibadan Historical Context According to Islamic Perspective
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2016-03
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Historical Research Letter
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In Ibadan, about 12.6 percent of the total population undertook special trip to recreation centres or zoological
gardens, undertaken such trips results in substantial economy expenditure, it has been observed that the local
businesses have made efforts to satisfy the demand of visitors to recreation centres in Ibadan, especially during
the time of eidl kabeer, eidl adha and also during the Ester period. The zoological garden in Ibadan is in the heart
of the University of Ibadan (UI), recreation centres in Ibadan are known for it renowned for its attraction during
the peak period of end of Ramadan celebrations. Nearly 2,500 visitors are recorded monthly in all recreation
centres across the city, the activities of gardens and recreation centres in Ibadan are controlled by Ministry of
Transportation and Tourism. There are needs for recreation centres in Ibadan because the State government in
her quest to diversify the mono cultural economy which is depend on internal revenue, has decided to take some
measures to promote recreation sites and tourism across the city of Ibadan.