Bichi is a town in Kano State, about 40 km north-west of Kano city. It is the centre of a large farming area and one of the more important towns in the state outside the capital.
Like much of Kano State, Bichi is Hausa-speaking and largely Muslim, with a traditional ruler and a strong sense of community. Its markets and surrounding farms supply grains, vegetables and livestock to Kano and beyond.
Top things to do in Bichi
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Visit the market
Bichi's market is busiest on market day, when farmers and traders bring grains, onions, peppers, tomatoes, livestock and household goods from surrounding villages.
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See the farmland
The countryside around Bichi is open savannah with fields of millet, sorghum, maize and vegetables, many irrigated in the dry season.
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Experience Hausa town life
Bichi's mosques, mud-brick and modern houses, and lively streets give a sense of everyday life in a northern Nigerian town.
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Day trip to Kano
Kano city, with its dye pits, ancient markets, Emir's palace and museum, is under an hour away by road.
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Festivals and culture
Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha are the biggest celebrations, with prayers, family gatherings and visits to the traditional ruler. Weddings are major social events, and Kano's durbar is nearby during Eid.
Food to try
Try tuwo shinkafa or tuwo masara with miyan kuka, masa, kosai, fura da nono, kilishi and suya.
Best time to visit
November to February is dry and cooler. March to May is very hot, and the rainy season runs from about June to September.
Getting around
Tricycles and motorcycle taxis cover the town. Bichi is under an hour from Kano city by road.
Questions about Bichi
How far is Bichi from Kano?
About 40 km, usually under an hour by road.
What is Bichi known for?
Bichi is known as a farming and market town in Kano State.
How do I find events in Kano State?
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