AKWAABA, it’s an expression you will hear several times daily as you travel around Ghana, one that will ring in your ears at night, and bring a smile to your face for weeks after you leave. Akwaaba! It means ‘Welcome’! And you will be.
Welcome to a Land of Sunshine, a nation with the reputation as the friendliest in Africa.
Welcome to a haven that combines the charms of a tropical beach idyll with a fascinating historical heritage, rich cultural variety, and some interesting wildlife in the national parks.
Medieval Ghana (4th – 13th Century): The Republic of Ghana is named after the medieval Ghana Empire of West Africa. The actual name of the Empire was Wagadugu. Ghana was the title of the kings who ruled the kingdom. It was controlled by Sundiata in 1240 AD, and absorbed into the larger Mali Empire. (Mali Empire reached its peak of success under Mansa Musa around 1307.)
Geographically, the old Ghana is 500 miles north of the present Ghana, and occupied the area between Rivers Senegal and Niger.
Some inhabitants of present Ghana had ancestors linked with the medieval Ghana. This can be traced down to the Mande and Voltaic peoeple of Northern Ghana–Mamprussi, Dagomba and the Gonja.
Anecdotal evidence connected the Akans to this great Empire. The evidence lies in names like Danso shared by the Akans of present Ghana and Mandikas of Senegal/Gambia who have strong links with the Empire.
There are ten(10) Regions in Ghana so will also elaborate top 10 reasons why you will love to visit Ghana.
#1. Peaceful and Stable
Ghana has been the most peaceful and stable country in Sub-Saharan Africa but on the tenents of “Freedom and Justice” which permeates all we do and has become the envy of others.
#2. Home Away From Home
Airport City, Accra. Ghana has been a home for many people in the diaspora as well many others who wish to settle down away from their original counties.
#3. Unique Traditional And Social Events
From January to December, you have an event ot partake in. New Year Concerts and Music Festivals, Valentine Chocolate Festival, Easter Paragliding, Bridal Festival, PANAFEST & Emancipation, and Monthly Traditional Festivals to participate in that will leave you with lifetime memories.
#4. Natural Beauty
Ghana’s picturesque landscape is a beautiful to behold. From mountain peaks to valley-lows through the gargantuan Afram plains. Travelling from North to South or vice versa is an unforgettable experience. The forests, mangroves, grassland and rivers always keep your eye busy.
#5. Highly Diversified Tourism Resource Base
From Historical to heritage tourism you have 32 castles dotted along the coast to choose from, from nature to adventure you have beautiful rocky and sandy beaches as well as mountains and forests to hike.
#6 Friendly People
Welcome to a land where you are met with a smile, greeted with a smile, assisted with a smile and where everyone is willing to help, teach you one of the over 20 Ghanaian languages or even give you a local name with minutes.
#7. Cultural Tourism is our Heartbeat
From arrival to departure you are surrounded by the unique and very diverse cultures of Ghana. The Ghanaian culture from North to South, East to West offers special treatment for visitors that will blow your mind.
#8. Authentic Ghanaian Cuisine
You will feel right home when it comes to the varieties of food Ghana have to offer yo, from the ultimate "fufu" in the south and "tuozaafi" in the northern Ghana. You will forever have these recipes in mind wherever you go.
#9. Sea, Sun and Sand to enjoy
The tropical Ghanaian climate offers one of the opportunities to enjoy our beaches at all time, partake in outdoor events and relax with a soothing serine atmospheric conditions.
#10. Colorful Markets
Who doesn’t love a great market? Ghana is full of them. No matter what city you visit — from Accra to Kumasi to The Volta Region and beyond — you’ll be able to peruse the creations of locals (which is also great for those seeking to travel responsibly and put money directly back into the local economy). Popular market items include all-natural peanut butter (you’ll usually be able to taste a free sample), body bead belts, wood carvings, folklore-inspired paintings, local fruits and handmade jewelry. Some top market suggestions include Kumasi Market, The Accra Green Market, Osu Night Market and Makola Market. Moreover, Accra’s Center For National Culture is full of handicrafts at inexpensive and negotiable prices.
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