GHANA BECKONS!  Live or visit us in West Africa! Ghana’s unique blend of tradition and modernity, History, Rich Culture, Fantastic Festivals,Nature, Splendor and sheer human warmth makes the country – Ghana, the latest revelation on the global Tourism map. There is indeed something wonderful for everyone. AKWAABA- (Our traditional word of saying welcome!)

AKWAABA-WELCOME TO GHANA… Welcome to the best in Africa. Situated right in the heart of West Africa, Ghana extends from the Gulf of Guinea and miles and miles of sun-dappled beaches to the rugged contrast of the Sahel lands in the far North. Ghana, the land of Gold offers some of the best travel experiences in Africa. Always rely on Gallup Tours to help you discover Ghana’s hidden treasures. For any enquires please consider sending us a mail at galluptours70@yahoo.com

GHANA LAND OF SMILES
Few countries in Africa have an appeal that can compare with the attractions of Ghana. Ghana dazzles you with its historic past and charms you with its natural beauty. Join in our spectacular festivals, and discover the friendliness of our people. Revel in our music and dance, and excite your taste buds with our delicious Ghanaian food. Discover our beaches, our National Parks, our bustling village markets and our vibrant towns and cities. Discover why it’s great in Ghana. The people of Ghana are known as the people of smiles. In our land of many people, with many different languages and tribes, we are all drawn together proud to be modern Ghanaians. All our people from whichever tribe, honor their chiefs and royal families and cherish their traditional rites and celebrations. All this makes Ghana a special Africa a different Africa.

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THE COUNTRY GHANA: Ghana is divided into sixteen (16) regions and abounds in a number of interesting places of attraction made available to both the domestic and the International tourist. A number of these attractions are listed below by region.

A TASTE OF AFRICA IN GHANA.
Experience the true taste of Ghana in the many fine restaurants around the country. From roadside stalls and local chop bars to elegant restaurants, dining is one of the joys of Ghana. Traditional dishes are presented side by side with cuisines of many other countries and mosttowns offer a wide selection of great eating experiences. Our farmers and fisherman provide the finest ingredients and our cooks combine these with the spices of Africa to provide a taste sensation. Whether it’s an alfresco picnic or a romantic dinner for two a local chop bar or an elegant candle-lit restaurant, Ghana is a treasure house for gourmets.

MEMORIES ARE MADE OF THIS COUNTRY…
The craftsmen of Ghana have many skills passed down from generation to generation, creating the memories of a perfect vacation. Our handicrafts make matchless souvenirs, and the choice is so wide. Kente, the traditional cloth so synonymous with Ghana, must be the perfect memento of a perfect holiday, but Adinkra and the-dye are also traditional Ghanaian textiles. Watch our woodcarvers create your traditional Asante stool- each design has its own meaning. Our metal smiths still use the methods of their forefathers to create brass, gold, and other metal castings as well as beautiful Jewellery. Ratten furniture or basket wares from Bolgatanga are practical as well as decorative items, while traditional masks and drums reflect our diverse culture. If you buy these items in the local markets, don’t forget that bargaining is all part of the fun.

GHANA… DISTINCTIVE AND DIFFERENT
In Ghana, we have 16 different region and 33.7 million people all with a welcome in their hearts. 240,000 square kilometers of land to explore. You have more than enough reasons to come to Ghana. Enjoy the vacation of a lifetime and discover why so many people say, Ghana is a special Africa- a different Africa. Akwaaba! Ghana once known as the ‘Gold Coast’ has one of the fastest growing economies of Africa, and is a hub of commercial life. Endowed with a broad range of natural assets that include minerals, timber and agricultural resources, Ghana attracts business visitors from all over the world. The Pan-African inheritance of Ghana and its cultural links with lands across the sea also brings visitors to discover a legacy of learning culture and common wealth.Ghana was one of the earliest leaders of modern Africa and has a tradition of hosting important meetings in all fields including government commerce and the arts. Today Ghana provides some of the finest state-of-the art conference facilities in Africa, as well as a broad choice of other meetings avenues. Accra, the bustling capital of Ghana offers modern first class hotels major exhibition and Trade fair facilities, and the prestigious Accra International Conference Centre. With facilities that provide total flexibility and range from a 1,600 Seated hall to a wide choice of sophisticated conference rooms, seminar suits and venues for social events, Ghana is the place to meet. Modern Ghana takes its name from the ancient Kingdom of Ghana that flourished, north of the present day state between the 4th and 11th centuries AD. However, the history of Ghana dates back even further to the great Sudanese empires of West Africa which controlled the trade in gold and salt to and from the trans-Saharan trade routes. Later history brought European traders and a period when many nations left their mark on what became known as the ‘Gold Coast’. Great empires remained in Ghana and the tradition of the Asante and the Fante continue even to the modern state of Ghana that emerged in 1957. Throughout history, slavery has been a recurring theme and although long past, the slave Route now allows us to rediscover and remember events that reshaped the face of mankind. All over Ghana vestiges of the past remain for the visitor to discover. Relics, historic sites, national monuments and of course our castles.

LINKS ACROOSS THE OCEANS
A darker era saw many of our people and those of other African lands leave our shores for the plantations of America and the Caribbean, creating the biggest Diaspora the world has ever seen. Today citizens of many states around the world still acknowledge and treasure their family links with Ghana, returning to explore those links and to experience the soul of their motherland. We in Ghana welcome our brothers and sisters from around the world. We also treasure our family ties, and we know the elation of uncovering forgotten links. We also know that for many people, the chance to explore these links is the culmination of a dream. But for many visitors, it is the opportunity to rekindle cultural ties that draws them to Ghana. To understand the traditions of Africa and to discover how Ghanaians live today. Gallup Tours provides specialist tours to explore the heartland of Ghana. To see the castles those were the last sights of Africa for many, to see the villages of Ghana where traditions are the same today as they were centuries ago. To meet our people, join in their daily life, and to experience Africa today, Ghana is your perfect choice. To learn the language of the drums, the music and dance of Africa and to understand traditional fetish shrines, beliefs and practices. An exploration to regain a culture. For visitors to Ghana who wish to explore their path in history, we have a special desk at Gallup Tours that would try solving this need of yours. Today, come home to Ghana, the gateway to that African heritage.

GREATER ACCRA REGION
1. Centre for National Culture, High Street-Preserves and present Ghanaian arts through exhibits, workshops and galleries. A major shopping centre for arts, crafts, beads and local textiles at this location.
2. Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum & Memorial Park: High Street- Dedicated to the late Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, Ghana’s first President. There is a Photo Museum on his life and works.
3. The Du Bois Memorial Centre for Pan-African Culture: A source of inspiration to many, this Centre now houses a research library and gallery of manuscripts, as well as the grave of this famous African-America scholar and his wife.
4. Ada Manat Paradise Beach Resort: Popular resort area and a favorite base for water sports and game fishing.
5. Makola Market: The Kojo Thompson Rd- One of the continent’s most colorful. The most interesting and picturesque modern open market where the visitors will admire the business acumen of Ghanaian women traders.

CENTRAL REGION
1. Cape Coast Castle: Cape Coast Town- From Dutch lodge in 1637 to Swedes Fort in 1652 and British Castle as well as seat of colonial administration from 1664-1877. Harbors West African Historical Museum.
2. Elimina Castle: Elimina Town- Portuguese Fort built in 1482 was the first European edifice in Africa south of the Sahara. Became Dutch Fort in 1637 and British Castle in 1911.
3. National Park: 30 km North of Cape Coast- Patchwork of rain forest of 360km including the Assin Attandanso Resource Reserve with medicinal trees, birds and monkeys.
4. Craft Villages: The villages of the Central Region are famed for their traditional crafts that are still worked as their forefathers have worked for generation. They all make great souvenirs of your visit to the Central Region. Particularly important villages are:- Winneba – Famous for its beautiful and unusual ceramics. Gomoa-Otsew-Jukwa- a village of pottery makers.
5. The beaches of Central Region: Beach lover will enjoy our palm-fringed beaches, warmed by African sunshine where the surf ranges from gentle rollers to sizeable breakers. Popular spots are: Forest walks- 15 minutes from Elmina, Winneba-With the Sir Charles Beach Resort, Elmina- Close to the historic Castle, Gomoa Fetteh- Popular with picnickers.

ASHANTI REGION
1. The Beaches of the Western Region: Western Region is famous for some of the best beaches in Ghana for relaxation after a hard working day or on holidays. THE BEST ARE; Busua Pleasure Beach: 25km of Takoradi to Tarkwa Road-Wide golden sandy beach ideal for swimming with Ultra-Modern chalets, Sports Club Beach- Behind the Atlantic hotel in Takoradi, Ajua Beach- Just 200 meters from Dadowa Lagoon, Princetown Beach- off Takoradi Elubo highway, Miamia Beach- Secluded beach with rocky care.
2. Nkroful: 83km West of Takoradi-Birthplace of Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah, Ghana’s first President. There is a memorial in the centre of the village with a small garden.
3. The Village on Stilts of Nzulezo: The amazing village where life goes on is in the centre lake Tadane just 90km west of Takoradi. The houses are built on stilts and traditional village adapts to the water conditions. The excursion from Beyin involves a walk through the reeds at the edge and a trip in a dugout canoe to the village. The village welcomes visitors every day except Thursday which is a sacred day, please note.
4. Akatekyi Crocodile Pond: 30km west of Takoradi, the local priest entices the crocodiles from the water with a live chicken. Visit with a bottle of schnapps for libation. Visitors are welcome every day except Wednesdays. A sacred day. Please note.
5. The Mines of Ghana: The western Region has several mines that may be visited by prior arrangement. The main sites are- Nsuta Manganese Mine-20km south of Tarkwa, Prestea Goldmines -40km north of Tarkwa, Tarkwa Goldmines- Founded in the 1800s just 92km northwest of Takoradi.

WESTERN REGION
1. The Beaches of the Western Region: Western Region is famous for some of the best beaches in Ghana for relaxation after a hard working day or on holidays. THE BEST ARE; Busua Pleasure Beach: 25km of Takoradi to Tarkwa Road-Wide golden sandy beach ideal for swimming with Ultra-Modern chalets, Sports Club Beach- Behind the Atlantic hotel in Takoradi, Ajua Beach- Just 200 meters from Dadowa Lagoon, Princetown Beach- off Takoradi Elubo highway, Miamia Beach- Secluded beach with rocky care.
2. Nkroful: 83km West of Takoradi-Birthplace of Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah, Ghana’s first President. There is a memorial in the centre of the village with a small garden.
3. The Village on Stilts of Nzulezo: The amazing village where life goes on is in the centre lake Tadane just 90km west of Takoradi. The houses are built on stilts and traditional village adapts to the water conditions. The excursion from Beyin involves a walk through the reeds at the edge and a trip in a dugout canoe to the village. The village welcomes visitors every day except Thursday which is a sacred day, please note.
4. Akatekyi Crocodile Pond: 30km west of Takoradi, the local priest entices the crocodiles from the water with a live chicken. Visit with a bottle of schnapps for libation. Visitors are welcome every day except Wednesdays. A sacred day. Please note.
5. The Mines of Ghana: The western Region has several mines that may be visited by prior arrangement. The main sites are- Nsuta Manganese Mine-20km south of Tarkwa, Prestea Goldmines -40km north of Tarkwa, Tarkwa Goldmines- Founded in the 1800s just 92km northwest of Takoradi.

EASTERN REGION
1. The Volta Lake: 100km Northeast of Accra – Largest manmade lake incorporates the Akosombo hydro-electric dam where the country Ghana derives majority of its power from and an inland port of the Volta River Authority that operates through its subsidiary, the Volta Lake Transport Company(VLTC) a north-south inland passenger cargo as well as cross ferry transportation and a cruise boat.
2. The Aburi Botanical Garden: 40km North of Accra- Created in the 1880’s as an Agricultural research station sanatorium and a leisure resort. Has a wide variety of plants, flowers and trees from the tropical world.
3. Boti Falls: Spectacular, but seasonal, waterfalls in the forest reserve at Huhunya. In the immediate vicinity are cascades, at their best from June to August.
4. Tetteh Quarshies Cocoa Farm: The first Cocoa farms established in the country from seeds were largest Cocoa producer in the world.
5. Slave Market of Abonse: Traces of the 17th and 18th century slave market can still be seen in a town that was an important crossroad on the Slave Route.

BRONG AHAFO REGION
1. Boabeng-Fiema Monkey Sanctuary: 22km from Nkoranza- Monkeys like the Coobus, the Mona and many more are seen moving about freely in the villages as early as 9.00am.
2. Kintampo falls: 75km North of Techiman – A collection of several waterfalls flowing and disappearing underground and resurfacing 200 metres ahead. The geographical centre of Ghana is a tourist spot located close by in Kintampo township.
3. Yeji Port: Volta Lake- A small but beautiful and scenic town with fishing as the main occupation. The Port is located 497km North of Akosombo and it is also a link between the North and South.
4. Traditional Cloth Making Boama: 20km from Techiman, the village of Nsuta is famous for the production of Kyenkyen a local cloth production from the bark of trees.
5. The Heritage of Brong Ahafo: The history and culture of Brong Ahafo comes alive if you visit the Hani archeological site 50km from Wenchi inhabited by the Benghos about 1200 BC and the Kwaku Fri shrine at Nwoase 6m from Wenchi. This shrine is only accessible to visitors on Wednesday and Sundays.

VOLTA REGION
1. Volta Lake: Borders Eastern and Volta Regions- Spans over 400km North south, Largest man-made lake with facilities for cruising to Sogakope and Azizanya at the estuary where the Paradise Beach Hotel offers facilities for all types of water sports.
2. Afadjato Mountain: 260km Northeast of Accra- Ghana’s highest mountain. It is 2905 feet high and ideal for climbing.
3. Waterfalls of the Volta Region: Although some may be seasonal, all are set in attractive wooded or mountains settings. Wli Falls: 20km South-West of Hohoe in the Wli Nature Reserve- The most beautiful waterfall in Ghana all year round in the midst of the Agumatsu Forest ideal for adventure, Tagbo Falls- Liate wote, Aflambo Falls-Leklebi, Amedzofe Abadzeme Falls- 10km from Hohoe.
4. Grottos and Caves: In the limestone hills, the grottos and caves are dramatic. Some Attractions are- The ancestral caves of Likpe- 14km from Hohoe, The grottos of Kpando- Agbehoe and Aziavi, The caves of Nyagbo and Logba. The caves and ironmine workings-Alepafu.
5. River Volta Estuary: The estuary is an area of great scenic beauty with river and ocean beaches and picnic spots shaded by palm trees. The sand bars are nestling grounds for sea birds and endangered species of turtle are found here.

NORTHERN REGION
1. Mole National Park: 130km West of Tamale- The only developed national Park with accommodation facilities. A wide range of animals including elephants, Lions, antelopes and monkeys can be found. Laranbanga Mosque: 90km from Tamale- Believed to have descended from Heaven. The mosque has an admirable Sudanese architecture.
2. Nalerigu Walls: 120km from Bolgatanga southeastwards- Nalerigu Defence Walls built in the 16th century as protection against slave raiders. The structure claimed to have been built of milk, honey and slaves.
3. Larabanga Mosque: A 13th century Mosque believed to be first built by Moorish traders is one of the holiest sites in Ghana. Its distinctive façade has been widely photographed.
4. Salaga: The slave route is visible at Salaga, where the trans-sahara caravans paused at Salaga market. Leg pegs can still be seen in the market place.
5. Yendi: 96km east of Tamale, Yendi was part of a 19th century German settlement. Many of the Germans who died in battle with the Dagomba people are buried in the cemetery. The grave of the slave raider Babatu is said to be near there.

UPPER EAST REGION
1. Tongo Rocks: 10km south of eerie whistling sound when the cold, dry harmattan wind blows. Naa Gbewa’s Shrine: Pusiga, 90km east of Bolgatanga- Legend has it that Naa Gbewa, founder of the Mole-Dagbani tribes, finally settled at Pusiga and died there in the 13th century. His descendants continue to worship at the shrine.
2. Page Crocodile Pond: 35km north of Bolgatanga on the Ghana-Burkina Faso border- At the pond the crocodile can be enticed out with a live fowl and can be touched or stroked by the custodians and history makes a surprising photograph to take home.
3. Bolga Market: A splendid place to meet traders from all over the region and bargain for purchase of basketware, leather goods, traditional clothing and souvenirs.
4. Naa Gbewaas Shrine: This traditional shrine commemorates Naa Gbewaa at Pusiga who founded the Mole Dogbon tribe in 13th century.
5. Navrongo: The historic mud-built church is a wonderful place to visit and worship.

UPPER WEST REGION
1. Gbelle Game Reserve: 17km south of Tumu-sanctuary for many endangered species of wildlife like hippos, waterbuck’s elephants and birds of spectacular plumage.
2. WA Na’s Palace: In the heart of Wa-A 19th century palace with Sudanese and Moorish architecture. As official residence of the Wa Chief, it accommodates all the clans that have held the throne over the years. 3. Gwollu Defence Wall: Gwollu 70km north of Wa was part of the slave Route. In the 19th century Gwollu Koro Limann built the wall as part of the defence against slavery.
4. George Fergusons Tomb: George Ekem Ferguson was a Ghanaian colonial agent who was instrumental in convincing local chiefs to sign treaties of friendship with the British. He was later in 1897 killed by slave raiders but his tomb is preserved in Wa. Filming and photography are allowed in any such occasion. Gallup Tours can be contacted by e-mail:galluptours70@yahoo.com
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