Barakin

Barakin is a locality in , and has an elevation of 1,297 metres. Barakin is situated nearby to the locality , as well as near .

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Jos and Bukuru.

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is the state capital of in . Before the unrest that has shaken the region, the city's cool climate, scenic plateau location and colonial importance made it a popular tourist destination.

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is a very old city near in in . It was one of the first built in Nigeria during colonial rule. Jos has always been the home of many cultures.

Barakin

Latitude
9.8715° or 9° 52′ 17″ north
Longitude
8.91529° or 8° 54′ 55″ east
Elevation
1,297 metres (4,255 feet)
Open location code
6FXCVWC8+H4
Geo­Names ID
13419320
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