The expression of the greatness and prosperity of old Benin Empire have not waned in the slightest over the centuries. The tales of the greatness of Benin Kingdom as a city and as a prominent African kingdom continues to be a course of discussion for many.
It is the case that there exist a plethora of evidence that goes to show and reveal the sophistication and mystery of Benin Kingdom which has existed since the 40th Century BC, first as Igodomigodo and then as Benin (Edo) kingdom till date. Formerly a proud African empire, Benin Kingdom boasts of some of the world’s best artworks which are now scattered abroad on display in many western countries, taking the mystery of the kingdom to the world.
Igun street, a street in Benin City is one of the many expressions of the great mystery of Benin Kingdom. Here lies the expression of the mysterious and glorious tradition of the Benin people. Widely known for being the residence of the Guild of Benin Bronze and Brass Casters, known as the Igun-Eronmwon, it is the second most frequented tourist attraction within Benin City. The Igun-Eronmwon have been responsible for making all of Benin artifacts over the centuries, preserving Benin history thereby. Only the descendants of the original seven families from Igun street have the right to practice as Benin bronze and brass casters.
The expression of the greatness and prosperity of old Benin Empire have not waned in the slightest over the centuries. The tales of the greatness of Benin Kingdom as a city and as a prominent African kingdom continues to be a course of discussion for many.
It is the case that there exist a plethora of evidence that goes to show and reveal the sophistication and mystery of Benin Kingdom which has existed since the 40th Century BC, first as Igodomigodo and then as Benin (Edo) kingdom till date. Formerly a proud African empire, Benin Kingdom boasts of some of the world’s best artworks which are now scattered abroad on display in many western countries, taking the mystery of the kingdom to the world.
Igun street, a street in Benin City is one of the many expressions of the great mystery of Benin Kingdom. Here lies the expression of the mysterious and glorious tradition of the Benin people. Widely known for being the residence of the Guild of Benin Bronze and Brass Casters, known as the Igun-Eronmwon, it is the second most frequented tourist attraction within Benin City. The Igun-Eronmwon have been responsible for making all of Benin artifacts over the centuries, preserving Benin history thereby. Only the descendants of the original seven families from Igun street have the right to practice as Benin bronze and brass casters.
