The 10 most see Castles and Forts in Ghana and where to find them
When in Ghana it is recommended that you take some time out to visit one of the many forts and castles that are dotted along the coastline. They are steeped in history from the colonial period when Europeans settled on the coast to trade in minerals and in people. These forts tell the history and the battles fought by the Ashanti Empire against the British, Dutch, Portuguese and Spanish who were all at war with each through the 16th and 17th centuries.
How many forts and castles are there to see in Ghana?
There were over 30 forts and Castles that were built during the 17th and 17th Centuries period. The ones that are still standing and offer an insight into these times are listed below.
Have a read and check out the locations of the 10 must see forts and castles in Ghana with their opening times and what to expect.
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The 10 must see forts and castles in Ghana
Ussher Fort and Museum
Ussher Fort and Museum, 33 Prof.Atta Mills High St, Greater Accra Region, Accra, Ghana
Fort James
Fort James, 4131 Tetteh Kpeshie Rd, Greater Accra Region, Accra, Ghana
Elmina Castle
Elmina Castle, Elmina, Central Region, Cape Coast, Ghana
Fort St. Jago in Elmina Ghana
Fort St. Jago in Elmina Ghana, 15 Dutch Cemetery Rd, Elmina, Ghana, Cape Coast, Elmina, Ghana
Fort Metal Cross in Dixcove, Ghana
Fort Metal Cross in Dixcove, Ghana, Dixcove, Western Region, Dixcove, Ghana
Fort Batenstein in Butri
Fort Batenstein in Butri, Butre, Western Region, Butre, Ghana
Fort Amsterdam in Abandze Ghana
Fort Amsterdam in Abandze Ghana, Abandze, Central Region, Abandze, Ghana
Fort San Sebastian in Shama, Ghana
Fort San Sebastian in Shama, Ghana, Shama, Western Region, Shama, Ghana
Fort Saint Anthony in Ghana
Fort Saint Anthony in Ghana, Axim, Western Region, Axim, Ghana
Osu Castle, Accra
Osu Castle, Accra, Accra, Greater Accra Region, Accra, Ghana
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Ghana is worth visiting based on these discoveries I have just experienced here. There are so many landmarks to visit. It is a country full of history not only about Ghana but also the whole Subsaharan Africa. I can’t wait visit this pride of Africa with its well- known first president and outstanding pan african leader.