In recent years, religion has played a significant influence in the expansion of tourism. Mountains and rivers for prayer have increased tourist visits in numerous countries blessed with them, in addition to pilgrimages and religious constructions.
Domestic tourism in Ghana for religious events is on the rise, according to my limited study. In Ghana, Christians make up a larger percentage of the population than those of other faiths. Most Christians in Ghana attribute sickness, regression, and other bad things to Satanic manipulations. As a result, Christians like praying in specific locations known as Prayer Mountains.
Christains in Ghana believe they are closer to God on the mountains than in church. They see it as a special thing when you visit the mountains once in a while and pray to God. All of these prayer mountains include prayer camps where individuals can stay for days until their prayers are answered or their troubles are resolved.
If you want to have this experience or see what it’s like, here are the top prayer mountains in Ghana popular to the people.
Ghana Travel Restrictions
Ghana is open to most travelers again. I mean travelers from all over the world. However, you do need proof of your COVID-19 vaccination(s) or a negative test result before being allowed entry.
Many hotels, attractions, and private tours are open with new health & safety protocols in place, and you still have to follow certain guidelines. They are all good for our safety.
Read the ultimate travel guide to Ghana to help you plan your trip.
1.Atwea Mountains
The Atwea Mountains, as they are known, have become one the most popular and well-visited prayer mountains in Ghana. It is located in the Ashanti Region’s Central District and is probably one of the most revered mountains for religious reasons.
Thousands of Christians and non-Christians from Ghana and other African countries flock to this peak every year to pray.
The practise of travelling to the mountains for prayers, according to the locals, began decades ago and has since evolved into what it is now.
Religious people, particularly Christians, go there to seek spiritual intervention, pray, and seek God’s face, among other things.
Everyone is welcome to come and pray on the mountain at any time of the year.
The Atwea Mountains is just 12 kilometres from Nsuta and 52 kilometres from Kumasi.
2.Aburi Prayer Mountains
It’s a religious structure built on top of the Aburi mountains in the Eastern Region for prayer and other spiritual or religious purposes.
The project began in 2013 and is open to anyone who wishes to pray at any time during the day. It is also available to organisations for the purpose of hosting events at a low cost.
The Aburi Prayer Mountains (Ghana) is a peaceful and beautiful spot where you can meditate and pray.
Although not as well-known as the Atwea Mountains, it is a popular place for Christians to pray and engage in other spiritual activities.
3.Abono Mountains
The Abono Mountains is located near Lake Bosomtwe in Ghana’s Ashanti Region. A trip of the lake and surrounding resorts might be included in the itinerary of visitors to the Alps.