08/09/2025
Did You Know that Benin kingdom is home to the largest man-made structure in the world?, stretching over 16,000 kilometers, making it four times the length of the Great Wall of China?
This remarkable earthwork is more than just a defensive structure; it’s a powerful symbol of the Edo people’s ingenuity, unity, and historical significance.
Built between 800 and 1400 CE, the Great Wall of Benin, also known as the Benin Moat or “Iya,” protected the kingdom and its cultural heritage in present day Benin City, Edo State Nigeria.
At URNI, we celebrate the architectural brilliance of our ancestors and the everyday heroes who constructed this marvel, safeguarding the nation’s rich history.
The Great Wall of Benin stands as a testament to Nigeria’s ancient engineering expertise.
…Rediscovering Nigeria by Nigerians.
• Sources:
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Benin_Moat
