Central Region

Ghana

Aerial view of a stormy harbor with boats and buildings in a fishing village, Elmina, Ghana.
The fishing villages of Cape Coast, Ghana provide a source of economic stability for the city. Located next to Elmina Castle-a former slave trading post-the fishing ports are a colorful display and a must-see when visiting Ghana. Some other sites to see in Cape Coast include: The University of Cape Coast, Kakum National Park, Cape Coast Castle, and a variety of beautiful beaches. #Culture #Ghana #CapeCoast
On the port of Cape Coast, Ghana. Fishermen preparing for a day at sea. #culture #ghana #elmina
Cape Coast Castle is a stark reminder of how evil and wicked humans can become. From the Africans who sold their own people, to the various nations who bought them to resale for additional profit, it is a tragic story. While slavery has been a blight as far back as we can trace human history, it is never right and can never be justified. To walk around this place and hear the true accounts of what happened will shake anyone who has a heart. When you stand at the door marked "the gate of no return," you can only imagine how those poor people must have felt.
Cape Coast Castle building plan

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Aerial view to Coenraadsburg fortress from the roof of Elmina castle, Ghana
Cape Coast
Known for Relaxing, Fishing and UNESCO site
Come to relaxing Cape Coast and enjoy its fishing, UNESCO site and castle.

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  • Cape Coast Castle
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View from Elmina Castle. My visit there was one of the best and saddest moments of the trip to Ghana. You can't really say how powerful it is going to be until you find yourself there. P.S. More on my visit there and on what I felt (in Romanian)-- https://bit.ly/33Zx0za
Elmina
Known for Castle, Historical and Fishing
Explore secluded Elmina: its castle, history, horse riding and more!

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  • Elmina Castle
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Winneba
Known for Universities
Escape to Winneba! Enjoy its university life.
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Gomoa Fetteh
Gomoa Fetteh
Head to Kokrobite Beach and West Hills Mall—just two of the sights around Gomoa Fetteh.
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Ekumfi Narkwa
Ekumfi Narkwa
Head to Mankessim Central Market and Fort Amsterdam—just two of the sights around Ekumfi Narkwa.
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Akroform
Akroform
Check out Kakum National Park and Elmina Castle—just a couple of the sights around Akroform.
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