When your Region can be considered a work of art or priceless history, authorities sometimes have to go to extremes to protect their treasures, no wonder Ashanti Region still hosts some of the country’s great tourist sites. It’s not like they giving up tomorrow on their treasures and great culture. Some tourists are still surprised Ashanti Region is not the country’s capital, but Hey Accra is Accra (hahaha).
Wait! Before you embark on a historical tour, follow Mrpocu.com advice starting your tour in the Ashanti Region to learn more about the country’s history. From architectural marvels to major historical landmarks, these are the 10 best tourist sites in Ashanti Region to visit before you die.
1.Manhyia palace Museum
The Ashanti kingdom is the largest and biggest kingdom in Ghana, no doubt about that. It’s a destination fill with a great history in Africa. The Manhyia Palace Museum is a historical site in the Ashanti Region and one of the most-visited places in Ghana. The museum exhibits so many historical items such as royal regalia, photographs, medals, furniture, drums, and, palanquins which these items are over two hundred years. A battle dress that dates beck 1900 and many objects of historical significance. The Manhyia Palace Museum is among the top tourist sites in Ghana to learn more about Africa slavery history. The museum is open to local and international tourists.
2.Lake Bosomtwe
No wonder most of their attractions are historical sites. Lake Bosomtwe is one of the six meteoritic lakes in the world. Among other lakes, Lake Bosomtwe is the only natural lake in Ghana. The lake is a combination of forest, wetland, and mountain ecosystems. Your visit won’t be boring, jump into a canon, and enjoy riding with a local fisherman.
3.Okomfo Anokye Sword Museum.
Remember when was a child, I use to listen to stories about How this sword can be removed, they were all Lies (hahaha). Okomfo Anokye is still the best Fetish priest since history, with 333 years old sward wedged in the rockface. The Okomfo Anokye Sword Museum is one of the center artifacts and Legends of the rich history of the Ashanti kingdom. It’s is located on the grounds of the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital. The sword ground is a destination to learn the history of the beginning of the Ashanti Kingdom. It’s among the best tourist sites in Ashanti Region.
4.Prempeh Jubilee Museum
Guided tours of their exhibits department from the museum lobby once every half hour. You’re more than welcome to make your tour just the same. Come discover the world of modern art in a clean, comfortable museum setting. It may be small but you will enjoy the experience.
5.Kumasi Cultural Center
The National Cultural Center is located in Kumasi, the capital of the Ashanti region of Ghana, and is one of the top-visited tourist sites in the Region. The Center is considered as the show-piece for the Ghanaian culture. It has won many awards and is well-maintained and it’s a must-visit destination in Ashanti Region. The Center is the seat of the nation’s cultural heritage and houses materials and objects of national importance.
6.The Kejetia Market
Have you seen how those mother-space ships in the movies look like? Yeah, the Kejatia market has the same drone view. The market is the largest open-air market in West Africa. Each day, some of 12,000 stores open for business, selling food, clothing, handmade glass beads, souvenirs, Ashanti sandals, fabric, and other things. You better go with a tour guide or someone familiar with the place, you may get lost shopping.
7.Kumasi Rattray Park
I nearly joined the kids on their playgrounds though I went alone, just imagine the fun. The Rattray part is the largest and ultra-modern amusement park that Ghana can talk of. The park was constructed by the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly in its bid to restore the city as the Garden City of West Africa. Don’t leave the kids home, have time with the family at the park, and have a memorable day with your kids.
8.The Kumasi Shopping Mall
This Region has it all, from historical sites to ultra-modern facilities. The mall is one of the biggest shopping malls in West Africa and also the first kind in Kumasi. It took 24 months to build and it’s one of the safest places to shop in Kumasi.
9.Armed Force Museum
The military Museum is one of the few military museums in Africa. It is located in the Uaddara Barracks in Kumasi. The Prempeh Museum, Kumasi Cultural Centre, Kumasi Zoo, and Kumasi Central market are all within walking distance of the fort. The Ghana Armed Forces museum was built in 1953. It was time the colonial master of Ghana, allowed it to serve as a historical center where military history and might of Ashanti and Ghana as a whole could be learned.
10.KNUST Botanical Garden
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology is the second-largest university in Ghana. This university host one of the most beautiful botanical gardens in the country – KNUST botanical garden. It was originally built to help research studies for the students but has been developed in recent times for other use. Though the park was built to serve the students and other stuff, in recent years the park has become a popular destination for local tourists within the Kumasi metropolis, hosting thousands of visitors in the city.