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The Republic of Ghana
was formerly called the Gold Coast due to its abundant endowment in Gold.
Ghana is known as the gateway to Africa and the most peaceful and friendly
country in Africa.Ghana lies north of the equator between latitude 4º45'N
and 11º11'Nlongitude 30 W and 0º 30'E.
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covers an area of 239,460 sq. km (92,000 sq. miles) with a distance from
North to South stretching 672km (420 miles) and East to West along its
coastline measuring 560 km (348 miles).
Ghana is bordered by Cote d'Ivoire and Together, we will explore the living
kaleidoscopes of the various attractions Ghana has to offer, from its
coconut fringed sunshine beaches, its historic forts and castles, to discovering
rich and ancient kingdoms. After gaining independence
from the British on 6th March 1957, the then Gold Coast took on its current
name, Ghana.
The Gold Coast played host to the Portuguese, Dutch, German and British
who initially came here to trade in gold. They mounted several Forts and
Castle for this purpose but these structures were later converted into
trading posts for the infamous slave trade. The Elimina Castle, the first
to be built in the Gold Coast in 1482 by the portuguese is signified as
the first point of contact between Black Africans and Europeans. You will
discover Ghana to be a country rich in indigenous culture, festivals,
and customs of social, economic and religious interest to visitors.Ghana
has all the ingredients necessary for a relaxing holiday, safe coconut
fringed beaches, forts and castles, wildlife parks and tropical rain forest
rich in flora and fauna.
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