Nok sites

Nok sites refer to archaeological locations in Nigeria associated with the ancient Nok culture, which thrived from around 1000 BC to 300 AD. The culture is renowned for its distinctive terracotta sculptures, featuring human and animal figures. These artifacts provide insights into the social and artistic practices of the Nok people. The sites were discovered in the 1940s and have since revealed important information about early ironworking and agricultural practices in West Africa. The Nok culture represents one of the earliest known complex societies in sub-Saharan Africa, highlighting the region's rich historical heritage.