Attractions of Ghana

To help inspire or plan your trip to Ghana, some of its major attractions for travellers are shown below, including some of the best natural, historical, cultural and adventure sites in the country. These include all of UNESCO World Heritage Sites for Ghana which represent the best of the world's cultural and natural heritage.
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Cities of interest in Ghana

Kumasi
Kumasi was the spiritual and historic capital of the Ashanti Kingdom. Today it is Ghana's second largest city with a population of over one million people. The Manhyia Palace was the former home of the Ashanti kings and today houses a museum. The Armed Forces Museum details the conflicts of the 20th century. Kumasi is also home to West Africa's largest open air market - Kejetia where you can haggle for food, spices and other goods, including Ashanti drums, a key component of Ghanaian music.

Kumasi

Kumasi was the spiritual and historic capital of the Ashanti Kingdom. Today it is Ghana's second largest city with a population of over one million people. The Manhyia Palace was the former home of the Ashanti kings and today houses a museum. The Armed Forces Museum details the conflicts of the 20th century. Kumasi is also home to West Africa's largest open air market - Kejetia where you can haggle for food, spices and other goods, including Ashanti drums, a key component of Ghanaian music.