UGWUEME AND UDI HILLS

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Ugwueme and Udi Hills lie at about hundreds of metres above sea level. These hills are perfect for mountaineering activities and are great spots for landscape admiration. Coal mines can be found underneath the Udi hills and their beautiful tunnels that serve as tourist attractions.

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