posted on: 2012-01-30 08:21:30
Nestled at the Gulf of Guinea but not facing it, Accra has little benefit of its waterfront position. Originally a diffusion of villages controlled by Ga chiefs, today it is a sprawling city that extends eastwards. Accra is Ghana's cultural and tourist hub. Monuments, museums, nightclubs, beaches and world class luxurious hotels and dining opportunities, great shopping, name it Accra has it all. Accra is a recent addition to tourist hotspots.
Fascinating Culture
Accra, the seat of culture and tradition of the Ga State, is a melting pot of several foreign cultures. Traditional Ga heritage is well preserved in Accra. The museums and the various art galleries are true witness to the country’s heritage, culture and struggle for freedom from its colonial masters. Accra is now a modern metropolis and is filled with people from all walks of life booking Cheap Flights to Accra.
Alluring Attractions
The National Museum houses a mesmerizing collection of Ghana's historical treasures worth visiting while booking Accra Flights. The exhibits in the museum comprise much more than Ghanaian Culture alone, and include a collection of the West African countries as well as an archaeological department. Exhibitions range from contemporary dyed fabrics to traditional and sacred artifacts such as the Ashanti ancestor stools.
The Du Bois Memorial Center for Pan-Africa Culture is a source of inspiration; this Centre houses a library and gallery of manuscripts, as well as the grave of this famous African-American scholar. Inside, the hall is decorated with the portraits of some celebrities of Ghana and Africa.
Centre for National Culture presents traditional handicrafts from all over Ghana and Africa, it includes workshops and art galleries. There is an arts and crafts bazaar and a traditional textile market with souvenirs that have been crafted in clay, wood, leather and metal. There is also indoor market with stalls for footwear, T- shirts and souvenirs. Set in attractive gardens, including a striking botanical garden, it also houses the School of Performing Arts, the Balme Library and the School for African Studies.
Accra Zoo is a small, but charming collection of many birds and animals indigenous to Africa. The animals are worth a visit while booking Flights to Accra as they include monkeys, snakes, lions, leopards, crocodiles, duikers among others.
Architectural Wonders
Accra has been Ghana's capital for years, and has fine buildings reflecting its evolution from a 19th century community to the present metropolis. Its architecture ranges from huge and graceful 19th Century colonial buildings to skyscrapers. The city has various historical sites to be visited while booking Cheap Accra Flights; Jamestown area contains the national monuments of Ussher Fort and James Fort, and OSU Castle. Other sites that are frequented are the Accra Centre for National Culture, Independence Square Academy of African Music and Arts, the Ohene Djan Stadium, the Parliament of Ghana, and the Ghana-India Kofi Annan Centre of Excellence.
Invigorating Pleasures
Scattering along the Atlantic coast Accra has numerous beaches not to be missed while booking Flights to Accra. The popular city's beaches are Labadi Beach and Kokrobite Beach. New Coco Beach has a serene atmosphere with excellent accommodation. It is a perfect place for relaxation. Cocoloco Beach is located where the Volta River meets the Atlantic Ocean. The area is a natural paradise and a breeding ground for a variety of sea turtles. The Volta Estuary is also a sanctuary for an enormous number of birds. Cocoloco has camping and accommodation built in a traditional thatch style. The peace and tranquility of these beaches reins the hearts of all visitors.
