Zamfara State is located in the northwestern part of Nigeria, bordered by Sokoto State to the north, Kebbi State to the west, Katsina State to the east, and Niger and Kaduna States to the south.

The earliest inhabitants of Zamfara were said to have been hunters and giants. They established their first settlement at Dutsi, which was the first capital of Zamfara.

The major languages spoken in Zamfara State are Hausa and Fulani while the predominant religion in the State is Islam.

Zamfara State is known for its large deposits of gold, which accounts for a significant portion of the state's economy.

The state's economy is mainly driven by agriculture, with crops such as rice, maize, millet, cotton, and groundnut being cultivated. Zamfara State is also known for its mineral resources, including gold, alluvial gold, Iron ore, Chromate, Granite, Clay, Limestone, chamovita, Quartz, Kaolin and other precious metals.

Zamfara State is known for its traditional crafts such as pottery, weaving, and dyeing.

Zamfara State has a number of tourist attractions, such as the Kiyawa city wall, the Zamfara State Museum, the ancient city of Daurama, the Rugu Forest Reserve, Dutsen Kura hill in Kaura Namoda, and the Tsafe River, which are of historical and cultural significance to the region.

The people of Zamfara State are known for their rich cultural heritage, including traditional music, dance, and festivals. Some of the popular cultural festivals in the state include the Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha celebrations, as well as the Sallah Durbar festival.

Zamfara State has a rich history of traditional leadership, with various emirates and chiefdoms within the state. Some of the prominent traditional rulers in the state include the Emir of Anka, the Emir of Gusau, the Emir of Kaura Namoda, and the Emir of Maradun.