The top best 5 places to visit in Ghana
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Ghana is a stunning, culturally rich nation in the western portion of Africa. It is a nation with stunning tourism attractions to share with the world. When it comes to democracy and progressive development, Ghana is regarded as one of the more stable countries.
Ghana is a wonderful spot for tourists to visit because it is also one of the world’s most peaceful nations, with population who are full of hope and joy. The country also features sunny beaches, vibrant towns, and friendly locals. Ghana has 16 regions, although it is mostly separated into the northern and southern halves, both of which are stunning.Ghana has stunning locations practically everywhere.
1. KAKUM NATIONAL PARK;
Considered the nation’s park Kakum National Park is a destination that every tourist must see. It has an area of 145 square meters and is located on the coast of southern Ghana, specifically the Central Region of Ghana. The park is home to many endangered animals, especially mammals like antelopes and elephants. The park also has a canopy walk that is about 30 meters above the ground. The canopy walk can sometimes be scary if you are trying it for the first time, but if you have a sense of adventure, it shouldn’t be a problem. It provides a view above the trees and allows you to appreciate the surrounding nature.
2. BOTI FALLS
Boti Falls is a historical attraction that draws visitors from all over the nation and the world. It is situated in Ghana’s eastern region, 17 kilometers northeast of Koforidua. Boti Falls is historically considered to be a fundamental component of Ghana. Boti Falls is a twin waterfall that portrays the top and lower falls as masculine and female, respectively. The people plan a mating ceremony because they think that when the volume of water from the falls increases, it indicates that the two falls are mating. When there is continuous splashing of water during the celebration, a rainbow frequently forms.
3. Lake Volta
Mountains, waterfalls, and lakes are among the many tourism attractions in Volta Reserve. The largest man-made lake in the world, Lake Volta, is situated in the Volta region and has an area of 8502 square kilometers. The famous lake, Lake Volta, which circles the entire nation, is controlled by the Akasumbo Dam and serves as a transportation hub and a source of electricity for Ghanaians.
You might feel liberated and let go in the tranquil environment that Volta Lake maintains.
4. Mole National Park
As the first national park set aside by Ghana to conserve wildlife, Mole National Park is one of the best locations to visit when you want to explore nature. It protects over 300 bird species, 94 mammal species, and numerous other wildlife creatures. The northern part of the park is the habitat of endangered species like elephants, antelope, and a few rare birds.
5. Cape Coast Castle
The Portuguese constructed this castle on top just like the El Mina Castle, but this one was erected in 1555. The castle was built for trading in precious gold but was also later used for slavery during that time Ghana was called the Gold Coast because there was gold everywhere in the country. This is what lured the Portuguese to come here and later on the British. The Cape Coast Castle is one of the sites to visit when you are in the central region. You can go to the door of no return.which has a fascinating history; it is thought that the colonial masters transported the slaves from the castle to the ships through this door, and that no slave has ever survived such an experience. Thoroughly exploring this location will give you information about the effects of slavery on Ghanaians.
