Kano State, Nigeria · Africa
Kano sits on the route: 20 minutes from Ungogo.
Kano is a major city located in Kano State, Nigeria. With a population of 4,910,000, it is one of the largest urban centers in Africa.
On a road trip, Kano sits in Nigeria. It's in the Africa/Lagos time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Kano to your route.
On March 18, 2013, a suicide attack was committed against Christian civilians at the Kano bus station, all of whom were boarding the buses to go to the mostly Christian south.
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Kano is located in Kano State, Nigeria, Africa. The coordinates are 12.0001 latitude, 8.5167 longitude.
Kano has a population of approximately 4,910,000 people, making it a major city in Nigeria.
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