The Akosombo Dam, also known as the Volta Dam, is a hydroelectric dam on the Volta River in southeastern Ghana in the Akosombo gorge and part of the Volta River Authority. Which is powered by the worlds largest man made lake, Lake Volta. The dam waswas conceived in 1915 but was built in 1965 as […]
Designed like a sturdy fortress-like structure with its rectangular bell tower. Located in the hearth of Accra’s business district, the cathedral offers some tranquillity from the city bustle. Built in 1894 this Anglican Church is functional church in Accra however, the red brick structure is similar to the style of Churches usually found in England […]
So many people would have heard of the “Sword in the Stone” the disney film. But in Ghana there is a real sword in the stone located in the Kumasi. The story of this sword in the stone is that Situated on the grounds of the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, Kumasi, is the Komfo Anokye […]
Kids and adults alike love to use the word big to describe something larger than life. Well, The Big Tree in Ghana truly lives up to that name. Located in the Esen Apam Forest Reserve near Akim Oda in the Eastern Region, this colossal tree is a must-see—pictures and videos don’t do it justice. You […]
The Ussher Fort is a fort in Accra, Ghana. It was built by the Dutch in 1649 as Fort Crèvecœur, and was a day’s march from Elmina and to the east of Accra on a rocky point between two lagoons. Ussher Fort allows visitors to learn about the dark history of the West African slave […]
Golden Jubilee House, or Jubilee House, is the presidential palace in Accra that serves as a residence and office to the President of Ghana. This as am impressive and building as it really catches your eye as you drive past. Set in its own grounds it looks very futuristic like a space shuttle port all […]
Fort James is located in Accra, Ghana and was built by the British as a trading post by the Royal African Company of England for both gold and slaves in 1673. Fort James was one of may Forts along the coast of Ghana like the Dutch Fort Crêvecœur, and the Danish Fort Christiansborg. Like many […]
Black Star Square, also known as Independence Square, is one of Accra’s most significant and symbolic landmarks. Commissioned by Ghana’s first President, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, in 1961, the square was constructed to commemorate Ghana’s independence from British colonial rule and to serve as a venue for national ceremonies and public gatherings Key Features of Black […]
The people of Kumasi are very proud to have the Manhyia Palace located in their city and region. This Palace sits on the site of the former capital of the Ashanti Kingdom. The Palace is a museum and used to be the residence of the Asantehene of Asanteman, The Manhyia Palace is the seat of […]
Paga Crocodile Pond also known as Zenga Crocodile Pond is inhabited by West African crocodiles and considered to be the friendliest crocodiles in the world as tourists are able to pet the reptiles. However, if you are planning on doing this please take direction from the guide. The crocodiles are friendly as they are well looked […]
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