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Climbing The Highest Mountain In West Africa Ghana Mountain Afadjato

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Mountain Afadjato Ghana Mountain Afadjato is the highest mountain in West Africa standing on its own although there are mountains that can go higher than Mountain Afadjato, they don't stand alone they always stand attached to other mountains,  Mount Afadja is situated near the border between Ghana and Togo in the Volta Region of Ghana. It is the highest peak in Ghana and offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, Mount Afadjato is also known as Afadjato to the Ewe people of Ghana and Togo, with an elevation of 885 meters (2,904 feet) above sea level.   top of mountain afadjato Mountain Afadjato was named the highest mountain in West Africa because it stands alone, mountain Afadjato is located in the Volta region near the border with Togo, close to the villages of Liati Wote and Gbledi Gbogame in the Afadjato South district and Hoehoe, it takes 40mins-1hr to climb mountain Afadjato depending on how fit you are, and per person is charged 15 cedis, while a group of people (7

Ghana's Longest Suspension Bridge, Adomi Bridge Ghana

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 Adomi Bridge is Ghana's longest suspension bridge located in the eastern region    It spans the Volta River and connects the town of Atimpoku to the Volta Region  of Ghana,    It was constructed to enhance transportation and connectivity between different regions of the country It symbolizes progress and development in the infrastructure of the country The Adomi Bridge serves as both a practical transportation link and a symbol of Ghana's historical journey to independence.  Visiting Adomi Bridge was quite a fun experience, it was the first place we stopped by on our way to explore the eastern region of Ghana,  Adomi bridge Ghana The entrance fee we paid to see the bridge cost 2 cedis for Ghanaians and for foreigners you pay 3 cedis i  blended in as a Ghanaian so i paid the fees for Ghanaians, on getting there i found out there are different activities you could partake in, aside from sightseeing the bridge, they have activities such as rappelling, going on a boat cruise on th

Nzulezu Stilt Village The River People Of Ghana

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 About The Stilt Village On Water (Nzulezu) Nzulezu is a unique stilt village located in the Western Region of Ghana, West Africa,  the word Nzulezu is an Nzema word meaning surface of water, a small village built on stilt on Lake Tadane and is over 400 years old,   The village is built on stilts above the surface of Lake Tadane, and it is known for its picturesque and distinctive setting. Nzulezu is situated near the village of Beyin, approximately 90 kilometers west of Takoradi, the capital of the Western Region of Ghana. Lake Tadane is a part of the Amansuri Conservation Area, The village's origins are shrouded in legend, with stories tracing its founding to the Nzema people, who sought refuge on the lagoon's shores to escape the clutches of warring tribes. Over the years, the Nzulezo people adapted to their aquatic environment, constructing their homes and communal spaces entirely from wood and raffia palm fronds, Access to Nzulezu is typically by canoe. Visitors can take a

St Antonio Castle The 517 Year Old Slave Castle In Ghana

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About St Antonio Castle   St. Antonio Castle was constructed by the Portuguese in the early 16th century, making it one of the oldest European forts in sub-Saharan Africa, Built on a rocky promontory near the mouth of the Ankobra River, it was the second Portuguese fort built on the Gold Coast, after St. George's Castle (Elmina Castle).  Fort Saint Anthony was used as a trading post for gold, ivory, and slaves. It was also an important military base, and it was involved in several battles between the Portuguese, Dutch, and British.  The fort was captured by the Dutch in 1642 and subsequently made part of the Dutch Gold Coast. The Dutch expanded the fort before they turned it over, with the rest of their colony, to the British in 1872, The fort was abandoned by the British in the late 19th century,  The fort is now the property of the Ghanaian state and is open to the public, it was rehabilitated in the 1950s and is now a popular tourist destination St. Anthonio Castle stands as a t

Shai Hills Resource Reserve Ghana

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Shai Hills Resource Reserve is a protected area in Ghana, known for its natural beauty and cultural significance. It is located in the Greater Accra Region, a few kilometers from Accra, the capital city of Ghana the primary attraction of Shai Hills is its natural and cultural features.   Shai Hills Resource Reserve is known for its rocky landscape and savannah grasslands, and the hills are climbable for people who love climbing it's also a form of exercise, The reserve is also home to a variety of wildlife, including monkeys, baboons, antelopes, and different  species of  birds,  Shai Hills is also culturally important, with several archaeological sites and caves that have revealed evidence of early human occupation, the area has historical significance for the Shai people, and there are traditional shrines and relics within the reserve, There are resort built around the shai hills for people who would love to lodge for a day or more, and tents were made available if you would like

A Trip To Togo Water Fall Cascade De Kpime, Centre Artisanal de Kpalimé

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My Trip To Cascade De Kpime And Centre Artisanal de Kpalimé Togo is a West African country situated on the Gulf of Guinea, the capital city of Togo is Lomé, nestled between Ghana and Benin. It is known for its diverse landscape, which includes beautiful beaches, lush forests, and rolling hills. Togo is also home to a rich culture and history, and its people are known for their warm hospitality,   t he official language of Togo is French, however, there are also several indigenous languages spoken by different ethnic groups with the Ewe and the Kabye being among the largest other ethnic groups include the Tem, the Gurma, and the Kotokoli The Mountain At Cascade De Kpime                                      My trip to Togo was a short one and frankly, I didn't get the experience of Togo and everything Togo has to offer, I only stayed a few days (I think 2 nights in Togo) and in that short stay, I was only able to visit Cascade de Kpime which is a waterfall and Centre Artisanal de Kpa

EveryThing You Need To Know About The Twin Falls (Boti Falls) Ghana

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Boti Twin Falls Ghana   Boti Falls is a waterfall located in the Eastern Region of Ghana, West Africa. It is a popular tourist attraction known for its scenic beauty and the surrounding lush environment, Boti Falls is situated near the village of Boti in the Manya Krobo District of the Eastern Region of Ghana, It is part of the Boti Forest Reserve, it is often referred to as a twin waterfall named with gender male and female, and it is a popular spot for swimming  Boti Falls is also known for its cultural significance, It is believed to be a sacred site, and there is an annual festival known as the "Boti Falls Odwira Festival" celebrated by the local people  Boti Twin Falls Ghana  My trip to Boti Falls was an amazing one we traveled from Accra to Yilo Krobo which was about 4hrs drive(exhausting I know) along the way we stopped on the way to learn how palm kernel oil is made and then filmed the process, we continued further to Boti falls on getting there we learned that there