Patigi Beach orPategi Beach is a beach and tourist destination that is located along theRiver Niger inPategi,Kwara State, in the middle belt ofNigeria.
Pategi is where the annualPategi Regatta Festival and an assortment of fishing-related activities take place.[1]
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Vacationers have visited the beach since thePatigi Emirate was established.
Located along theNiger River, Patigi Beach is not a typical sandy beach; instead, its beauty lies in its rugged terrain.[2] The beach is popular with fishing enthusiasts and fishermen. Many species of fish are found in the river, includingwhiting,flathead, andbream.[3]
ThePategi Regatta Festival boating event takes place annually and a pavilion complex has been constructed with facilities for visitors to enjoy the celebration.[4][5]
The weather typically consists of the rainy season, the dry season, and theHarmattan – the interlude between the two – which is characterised by dry winds. DuringHarmattan, temperatures can drop as low as 16 °C (61 °F).[6]