Erin-Ijesha Waterfalls is located in Erin-Ijesha. It is a tourist attraction located in Oriade local government area, Osun State, Nigeria. The waterfalls was discovered in 1140 AD by one of the daughters of Oduduwa.
The ridge of the waterfall is an eye-catcher with an assemblage of seven distinct cascades, on top of which the village Abake is located. It has a point where cold and hot water meets. According to research, its atmospheric temperatures range from 30 to 34 degrees Celsius, while annual rainfall averages 1500cm.
The Erin Ijesha Waterfalls is a popular excursion point for schools around the vicinity. The natives regard the waterfall as a sacred site and a means of purifying their souls. Festivals were formerly celebrated and sacrifices performed at the site.
Erin Ijesha waterfalls is a combination of Hills, Valleys, rocks, lush green vegetation and one of the most beautiful waterfalls. The vegetation is preserved like it was since it was first discovered by the princess of Ile Ife. Apart from the stairs and mini bridges that have been added to this place to make climbing easy. Erin Ijesha has maintained its original state for many centuries.