Explore the top 10 tourist most visited destinations, in Ghana as at January to July 2024
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Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park:
- Location: Accra, Ghana
- Significance: This park is dedicated to Ghana’s first President, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah. The site features a mausoleum where Nkrumah and his wife are buried, alongside a museum showcasing personal items, photographs, and documents related to his life and Ghana’s fight for independence (Pulse Ghana).
Photo: The iconic mausoleum at Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park.
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National Museum of Ghana:
- Location: Accra, Ghana
- Significance: The National Museum is one of Ghana’s oldest museums, housing a vast collection of artifacts from prehistoric times to the present. It includes exhibits on archaeology, ethnography, and fine arts, offering visitors insights into Ghanaian culture and history (Pulse Ghana
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Photo: The grand facade of the National Museum.
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Kakum National Park:
- Location: Central Region, Ghana
- Significance: Kakum National Park is famous for its canopy walkway, which is suspended 30 meters above the ground. The park covers a 375-square-kilometer area of lush rainforest, home to over 40 species of mammals, including forest elephants, and numerous bird species (MyJoyOnline).
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Kumasi Zoo:
- Location: Kumasi, Ashanti Region, Ghana
- Significance: Established in 1951, the Kumasi Zoo is a key attraction in the Ashanti Region. It houses various animals, including lions, elephants, and birds. The zoo is also noted for its efforts in wildlife conservation and education. (Pulse Ghana) (MyJoyOnline). There are 162 number of animals and 40 of number of species.
Kumasi Zoo
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Cape Coast Castle:
- Location: Cape Coast, Central Region, Ghana
- Significance: European traders constructed Cape Coast Castle as one of the many forts on the Gold Coast. The castle significantly contributed to the transatlantic slave trade, where traders held enslaved Africans before shipping them to the Americas. Today, the castle operates as a museum, providing guided tours that highlight the history of slavery. (Pulse Ghana) (MyJoyOnline).
Cape Coast, Ghana
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Aburi Botanical Gardens:
- Location: Aburi, Eastern Region, Ghana
- Significance: Founded in 1890, these gardens are a retreat from the busy city life. Located in the cooler highlands north of Accra, they offer a collection of exotic and native plants. In addition, the gardens are also a popular spot for picnics, weddings, and educational tours (Pulse Ghana).
Aburi Gardens Eastern Region, Ghana
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Elmina Castle:
- Location: Elmina, Central Region, Ghana
- Significance: Elmina Castle was the first European slave-trading post in sub-Saharan Africa, built by the Portuguese in 1482. It later became one of the most important stops on the transatlantic slave trade route. The castle is now a UNESCO World Heritage site and a museum that provides a powerful look into the history of slavery (Pulse Ghana) (MyJoyOnline).
Elmina Castle, a historic landmark in Ghana, stands as a powerful reminder of the transatlantic slave trade and the country’s rich yet somber history. Get this image on: lookphotos | License details Creator: Wagner, Hanna | Credit: Look / Wagner, Hanna Copyright: ©Look / Wagner, Hanna 
The interior courtyard of Elmina Castle, where the echo of history lingers in its somber, weathered stone walls.
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Bunso Arboretum Canopy Walk:
- Location: Eastern Region, Ghana
- Significance: The Bunso Arboretum is an eco-tourism site known for its diverse collection of plant species and its butterfly sanctuary. It’s a popular spot for nature walks, bird watching, and environmental education (Pulse Ghana).
The serene trails and vibrant greenery of Bunso Eco Park, featuring its famous canopy walkway amidst towering treetops. Photo Credit: Bunso Eco Park Instagram
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Accra Zoo:
- Location: Achimota Forest Reserve, Accra, Ghana
- Significance: The Accra Zoo serves as a sanctuary for rescued animals and functions as an educational and conservation center. It houses a variety of animals, including primates, reptiles, and birds, and provides educational tours for visitors. (MyJoyOnline).
Accra Zoo poster showcasing the wildlife experience and family-friendly activities.
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Manhyia Palace Museum:
- Location: Kumasi, Ashanti Region, Ghana
- Significance: The Manhyia Palace Museum is located in the official residence of the Asantehene, the king of the Ashanti people. It showcases the history and culture of the Ashanti Kingdom through a collection of royal regalia, artifacts, and photographs (Pulse Ghana) (MyJoyOnline).
The welcoming sign post and entrance of the Manhyia Palace Museum, a gateway to the rich cultural history of the Ashanti Kingdom in Kumasi, Ghana. Photo credit : visitghana.com
These destinations offer a mix of historical significance, natural beauty, and cultural richness, making them essential stops for anyone exploring Ghana.
