Ghana is one of the most visited countries in Africa.
The country continues to welcome a growing number of tourists every year, all going to
the same places over and over again.
If you ever found yourself in Ghana, here are 10 Unusual but super Cool places you have
to see.
Lets Begin
10 The Incredible Ga Adagme Last Homes
You already know funerals are a big deal in Ghana but how seriously do you think Ghanaians
take their send-off parties.
Witness the incredible last homes of the Ga Adangme.
Known for their artistic nature, these last homes have become a massive attraction for
most tourists coming into the country.
There’s one for every carrier.
This one is definitely for someone who drinks a lot….
But what’s the reason for all this, Well, it is basically a family obeying the last
wishes of their loved ones.
Some Ga Adagmes also believe sending off their loved ones in such quirky homes would give
their departed a safe and sound journey to the other side…
Ok that’s enough, Moving on.
9 The Sacred Carved Tree(Aburi Gardens) Created by a very talented artist known as
Kofi,.
This sculptured pine tree locally named as ‘tree of life’ has stood in Aburi Botanical
gardens for over 300 years.
The carving depicts proverbial people walking on top of each other to get to the top where
the King is sited …and that, basically is what the tree of life means.
There are several other traditional Ghanaian symbols carved into this masterpiece which
makes an awesome site to witness whenever you’re in Ghana.
8 Nkyinkyim Museum
I know you’ve seen all the beautiful castles in Ghana but this is one place, trust me,
you haven’t seen or heard about.
Withness Nkyinkyim Museum twisted, the biggest outdoor museum in Ghana.
It is situated on several acres of land in Ada.
The sculptures tell the story of African slaves leaving the shores of Ghana to the unknown
world.
The sculpture work here would blow your mind Tongo Hills and Tenzug Holy Grounds
7 The Crocodiles of Paga If you’ve been scared of crocs your whole
life, that's about to change.
For the crocs here at Paga, Human meat is disgusting, they’d rather have chicken breast
than gnaw on human meat.
Paga Crocodile Pond is located in Paga, a small town located in the upper eastern region
of Ghana, The crocs here are so friendly such that children can swim in the pond without
having to worry about losing their heads.
legend of the pond is claimed to date back to about 600 years.
The Legend has it a crocodile brought a dying man to the pond to drink, who after surviving,
declared the pond and all crocs living in it to be sacred.
6 Laranbaga mosque There are several mud structures in Ghana
but this is claimed to be the oldest and most beautiful one.
Mud, stone and wood- is all what's been used to build this amazing structure.
Built in 1421 the laranbaga mosque is one of the oldest standing structures in in Africa.
You can't go inside unless you're a muslim but they do have a replica room which reflects
the interior of the original mosque, I know that sucks but it, is what it is.
This next place you definitely have to see
5 Deo Gratias Studio Deo Gratias located in James Town Accra is
the oldest photo studio in Ghana, that means, photos you see here are exclusive.
The studio was established in 1922 making it a hundred years old but still functioning.
If you are photo buff yourself and wanna see the visual representation of Ghana’s pre-colonial
and post-colonial days.
you gotta put this place on your bucket list
4 La Tante DC
This is the first-ever airplane restaurant to be established in Africa.
La Tante is probably the coolest and grandest way to dine whenever you’re in Ghana.
It is opposite the Marina Mall at the Airport City in Accra.
The restaurant is fully air-conditioned and has a large seating capacity.
This restaurant isn’t only a lovely site to witness but an impressive way to tell your
friends you have been in first class without actually flying.
And no La Tante Did not sponsor this video
3.
Nzulezu Lake Village
About 7-hour drive from Accra is Nzulezu, a beautiful village built on a lake, This
amazing site is home to hundreds of people in the Western Region.
The serene ambiance of the surrounding landscape, coupled with the general activities of life
on the lake points to a dynamic relationship between man and nature.
The settlement is well planned.
there’s even a long pier flanked by several houses known as main street by the locals.
Thankfully, There is a guesthouse and other public structures located on the lake so you
don’t worry about where to stay, or where to buy your daily essentials.
Oh this next is fire
2 Nogokpo Holy Grounds
Nogokpo Town named after a deity is a small town located in the volta region of Ghana,
Despite the negative mysteries surrounding this town, it is actually a peaceful place
to visit.
What mysteries you ask.
Well the town is known to offer spiritual solutions to life problems and over the years,
that translated to people committing unspeakable crimes all in the name of Nogokpo.
Despite the mystic nature of the town, Many who have visited the place actually get blown
away by their rather positive experiences.
While we’re on the subject of mysteries.
This next one will make you question your beliefs
Honorable mentions
1.
Mystic Stone
Larabanga is a community known to be a site of myths and mystical happenings.
This stone known as the mystic stone might look like a normal stone, but it’s not.
This rock moved to its original location after several attempts were made to move it out
of the way during a road construction by the British in
the 1950s, The rock is now conserved as a tourist site as evidence to its epic history.
Which of these places would you love to visit.
Leave us a comment down