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Nzulezu
NZULEZU STILT VILLAGE IN THE WESTERN REGION
Nzulezu in the Western Region of Ghana, is a unique water village. This wonderful village is built wholly on stilts on an open lake fed by seven rivers. The name of the community is an Nzema phrase meaning “built on water”.
Nzulezu gives you the opportunity to watch lovely birds as the Egret, the Grey Heron, the White Heron and various species of Kingfishers.
As you visit Nzulezu take your time to go through Nzemaland to see the Birth place of the first president of Ghana, Dr Kwame Nkrumah. (Nkroful), as well as Fort Apollonia in Beyin, Fort St Anthony at Axim, the Egyambra crocodile sanctuary, the Ankobra River Estaury and beach.
You may furthermore be fortunate to witness the colorful Kundum festival celebrated by the Nzemas and Ahantas of the Western Region.
Spend the night in homes of the people to learn more from their culture. Or enjoy your night stay in one of the Guesthouses, which will give you a night to remember.
Nzulezu is 90km west of Takoradi and 5km north of Beyin.
La beach. Nice beach to hangout. 15 mins drive from NAP LODGE HOSPITALITY.
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Labadi Beach Hotel
La RoadLa beach. Nice beach to hangout. 15 mins drive from NAP LODGE HOSPITALITY.

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Akosombo dam
History of Akosombo dam
To anyone connected with the post-war story of the Volta River Project, one theme must stand out most clearly - the theme of perseverance. Essential as independence was to the implementation of the project, it was essential as the ground for progress: the actual progress itself still had to be made the long, hard way. Had there been African unity, of course, the way would not have been so hard or so exacting.
But as it was, it seemed more than once that, for all its potential merits and benefits, the Volta River Project was destined to remain a project-so great were the difficulties, so challenging the times.
The story itself begins in 1949 when the Gold Coast Government commissioned a British firm of consulting engineers, Sir William Halcrow and Partners, to examine a proposed power scheme and report on the wider aspects of the development of the Volta River Basin in respect of health, navigation and communications." The resulting report was published in 1951, but in the meantime the Government had been pursuing its own lines of investigation. In particular, it had come to the conclusion that what was needed was a port to serve Accra and the east, in addition to the expanded port facilities at Takoradi.
Accordingly, when the consultants' report emphasized, among other things, that a new harbor in the east would be essential if the Volta River Project were to materialize, the Government felt that its view in this connection had been endorsed. Sure enough, within six months preliminary work had begun on the Habra site at Tema and on the new town of Tema behind it - but as for the power project itself, many years still had to pass before it even approached fulfillment. Thus, the next step came in 1953 when, in accordance with the Government's promise to the people to examine the possibility of harnessing the power of the Volta, the Volta River Preparatory Commission was established under Commander (now Sir Robert) Jackson. By this time, the Gold Coast had a new Government, elected in 1951, with an African majority, but by the time the Preparatory Commission made its report in 1956 the country was to all intents and purposes self-governing under the leadership of its Prime Minister, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah. Even so, with virtual independence, the fate of the project was still uncertain-and the need for perseverance paramount. For, though the Commission found that the project was economically feasible and technically sound" it involved an eventual investment of over 552 million cedis. (£230 million).
True, this sum was to cover the cost of the dam and power installation (at Ajena), the opening up and equipping of the bauxite mines and a complete plant for producing aluminum from bauxite to be sited at Kpong. The scheme, in other words, was fully comprehensive as it stood then. But it was also enormously costly with the result that very extensive participation from outside sources was essential. So it was that for the next few months, the Government, in addition to an ambitious development program in agriculture, education, health and so on, occupied itself with seeking the necessary outside help. For instance, by the time full Independence was achieved on 6th March 1957, extensive meetings had already been held between the government, the United Kingdom Government and two aluminum companies which had originally declared themselves to be interested. Those series of meetings, however, reached no firm conclusion. Indeed, as time and the discussions went on, the chances of a successful outcome seemed more and more remote. For one thing, this was a period of financial stringency when interest rates on loans and lengths of loan repayments became less favorable. In addition, the world demand for aluminum was temporally out-stripped by production capacity, and finally, over and above all this, the attitude of other Governments, which might be interested in participation, was that Ghana should first come to ms satisfactory arrangement with the aluminum companies.
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Akosombo Dam

Menu › Country › History ›
Akosombo dam
History of Akosombo dam
To anyone connected with the post-war story of the Volta River Project, one theme must stand out most clearly - the theme of perseverance. Essential as independence was to the implementation of the project, it was essential as the ground for progress: the actual progress itself still had to be made the long, hard way. Had there been African unity, of course, the way would not have been so hard or so exacting.
But as it was, it seemed more than once that, for all its potential merits and benefits, the Volta River Project was destined to remain a project-so great were the difficulties, so challenging the times.
The story itself begins in 1949 when the Gold Coast Government commissioned a British firm of consulting engineers, Sir William Halcrow and Partners, to examine a proposed power scheme and report on the wider aspects of the development of the Volta River Basin in respect of health, navigation and communications." The resulting report was published in 1951, but in the meantime the Government had been pursuing its own lines of investigation. In particular, it had come to the conclusion that what was needed was a port to serve Accra and the east, in addition to the expanded port facilities at Takoradi.
Accordingly, when the consultants' report emphasized, among other things, that a new harbor in the east would be essential if the Volta River Project were to materialize, the Government felt that its view in this connection had been endorsed. Sure enough, within six months preliminary work had begun on the Habra site at Tema and on the new town of Tema behind it - but as for the power project itself, many years still had to pass before it even approached fulfillment. Thus, the next step came in 1953 when, in accordance with the Government's promise to the people to examine the possibility of harnessing the power of the Volta, the Volta River Preparatory Commission was established under Commander (now Sir Robert) Jackson. By this time, the Gold Coast had a new Government, elected in 1951, with an African majority, but by the time the Preparatory Commission made its report in 1956 the country was to all intents and purposes self-governing under the leadership of its Prime Minister, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah. Even so, with virtual independence, the fate of the project was still uncertain-and the need for perseverance paramount. For, though the Commission found that the project was economically feasible and technically sound" it involved an eventual investment of over 552 million cedis. (£230 million).
True, this sum was to cover the cost of the dam and power installation (at Ajena), the opening up and equipping of the bauxite mines and a complete plant for producing aluminum from bauxite to be sited at Kpong. The scheme, in other words, was fully comprehensive as it stood then. But it was also enormously costly with the result that very extensive participation from outside sources was essential. So it was that for the next few months, the Government, in addition to an ambitious development program in agriculture, education, health and so on, occupied itself with seeking the necessary outside help. For instance, by the time full Independence was achieved on 6th March 1957, extensive meetings had already been held between the government, the United Kingdom Government and two aluminum companies which had originally declared themselves to be interested. Those series of meetings, however, reached no firm conclusion. Indeed, as time and the discussions went on, the chances of a successful outcome seemed more and more remote. For one thing, this was a period of financial stringency when interest rates on loans and lengths of loan repayments became less favorable. In addition, the world demand for aluminum was temporally out-stripped by production capacity, and finally, over and above all this, the attitude of other Governments, which might be interested in participation, was that Ghana should first come to ms satisfactory arrangement with the aluminum companies.
Mole National Park is Ghana's largest wildlife refuge. The park is located in the Savannah region of Ghana on savanna and riparian ecosystems at an elevation of 150 m, with a sharp escarpment forming the southern boundary of the park. The park's entrance is reached through the nearby town of Larabanga. The Lovi and Mole Rivers are ephemeral rivers flowing through the park, leaving behind only drinking holes during the long dry season. This area of Ghana receives over 1000 mm per year of rainfall. A long-term study has been done on Mole National Park to understand the impact of human hunters on the animals in the preserve.
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Parco nazionale di Mole
Mole National Park is Ghana's largest wildlife refuge. The park is located in the Savannah region of Ghana on savanna and riparian ecosystems at an elevation of 150 m, with a sharp escarpment forming the southern boundary of the park. The park's entrance is reached through the nearby town of Larabanga. The Lovi and Mole Rivers are ephemeral rivers flowing through the park, leaving behind only drinking holes during the long dry season. This area of Ghana receives over 1000 mm per year of rainfall. A long-term study has been done on Mole National Park to understand the impact of human hunters on the animals in the preserve.
The pond is located in Paga in the Upper East Region of Ghana, and is 44 kilometres (27 mi) outside Bolgatanga, the regional capital. It is inhabited by wild West African crocodiles, with some up to 90 years old. The crocodiles are so tame that local children can swim in the pond alongside them without being harmed. Paga is known to be a trade center for centuries and closer to the Burkina Faso border. During the period of the slave traders in the mid-1800s, the Westerners used Paga as a gateway to the Gulf of Guinea which points from the north.
Though the Paga crocodiles are affable, there are instances where they mistaken humans for animals. Nonetheless, such accidents did not result in casualties in history. Apart from the main crocodile pond that is located in the heartland of the Paga town, there are numerous others in the suburbs.
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Chief Crocodile Pond
The pond is located in Paga in the Upper East Region of Ghana, and is 44 kilometres (27 mi) outside Bolgatanga, the regional capital. It is inhabited by wild West African crocodiles, with some up to 90 years old. The crocodiles are so tame that local children can swim in the pond alongside them without being harmed. Paga is known to be a trade center for centuries and closer to the Burkina Faso border. During the period of the slave traders in the mid-1800s, the Westerners used Paga as a gateway to the Gulf of Guinea which points from the north.
Though the Paga crocodiles are affable, there are instances where they mistaken humans for animals. Nonetheless, such accidents did not result in casualties in history. Apart from the main crocodile pond that is located in the heartland of the Paga town, there are numerous others in the suburbs.
Kakum National Park, located in the coastal environs of the Central Region of Ghana,[ covers an area of 375 square kilometres (145 sq mi). Established in 1931 as a reserve, it was gazetted as a national park only in 1992 after an initial survey of avifauna was conducted. The area is covered with tropical forest. The uniqueness of this park lies in the fact that it was established at the initiative of the local people and not by the State Department of wildlife who are responsible for wildlife preservation in Ghana. It is one of only 3 locations in Africa with a canopy walkway, which is 350 metres (1,150 ft) long and connects seven tree tops which provides access to the forest.
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Parco nazionale di Kakum
Kakum National Park, located in the coastal environs of the Central Region of Ghana,[ covers an area of 375 square kilometres (145 sq mi). Established in 1931 as a reserve, it was gazetted as a national park only in 1992 after an initial survey of avifauna was conducted. The area is covered with tropical forest. The uniqueness of this park lies in the fact that it was established at the initiative of the local people and not by the State Department of wildlife who are responsible for wildlife preservation in Ghana. It is one of only 3 locations in Africa with a canopy walkway, which is 350 metres (1,150 ft) long and connects seven tree tops which provides access to the forest.
Sightseeing
Nzulezu in the Western Region of Ghana, is a unique water village. This wonderful village is built wholly on stilts on an open lake fed by seven rivers. The name of the community is an Nzema phrase meaning “built on water”.
Nzulezu gives you the opportunity to watch lovely birds as the Egret, the Grey Heron, the White Heron and various species of Kingfishers.
As you visit Nzulezu take your time to go through Nzemaland to see the Birth place of the first president of Ghana, Dr Kwame Nkrumah. (Nkroful), as well as Fort Apollonia in Beyin, Fort St Anthony at Axim, the Egyambra crocodile sanctuary, the Ankobra River Estaury and beach.
You may furthermore be fortunate to witness the colorful Kundum festival celebrated by the Nzemas and Ahantas of the Western Region.
Spend the night in homes of the people to learn more from their culture. Or enjoy your night stay in one of the Guesthouses, which will give you a night to remember.
Nzulezu is 90km west of Takoradi and 5km north of Beyin.
Nzulezo-The Village On Stilts
Nzulezu in the Western Region of Ghana, is a unique water village. This wonderful village is built wholly on stilts on an open lake fed by seven rivers. The name of the community is an Nzema phrase meaning “built on water”.
Nzulezu gives you the opportunity to watch lovely birds as the Egret, the Grey Heron, the White Heron and various species of Kingfishers.
As you visit Nzulezu take your time to go through Nzemaland to see the Birth place of the first president of Ghana, Dr Kwame Nkrumah. (Nkroful), as well as Fort Apollonia in Beyin, Fort St Anthony at Axim, the Egyambra crocodile sanctuary, the Ankobra River Estaury and beach.
You may furthermore be fortunate to witness the colorful Kundum festival celebrated by the Nzemas and Ahantas of the Western Region.
Spend the night in homes of the people to learn more from their culture. Or enjoy your night stay in one of the Guesthouses, which will give you a night to remember.
Nzulezu is 90km west of Takoradi and 5km north of Beyin.
Apirede Waterfalls is in a small town called Apirede, near Adukrom in the Eastern Region of Ghana.
Apirede Waterfalls
Apirede Waterfalls is in a small town called Apirede, near Adukrom in the Eastern Region of Ghana.
Boti falls is a twin waterfall located at Boti in Yilo Krobo District in the Eastern Region of Ghana. These twin falls are referred to as female and male.
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Boti Falls
Boti falls is a twin waterfall located at Boti in Yilo Krobo District in the Eastern Region of Ghana. These twin falls are referred to as female and male.
Kintampo Waterfalls
Kintampo waterfalls is one of the highest waterfalls in Bono East of Ghana. Also known as Sanders Falls during the colonial days, it is located on the Pumpum river, a tributary of the Black Volta, about 4 kilometres (2.5 mi) north of Kintampo municipality, on the Kumasi–Tamale road. It is just after the Falls Rest Stop when moving Northwards, on the right side of the road. This waterfall, one of the main natural attractions in the area, is hidden in the forest and it is formed by three main drops where the longest drop measures 25 metres (82 ft) in height, and, after a number of steps and cascades, the river falls about 70 metres (230 ft).
Kintampo Waterfalls
Kintampo waterfalls is one of the highest waterfalls in Bono East of Ghana. Also known as Sanders Falls during the colonial days, it is located on the Pumpum river, a tributary of the Black Volta, about 4 kilometres (2.5 mi) north of Kintampo municipality, on the Kumasi–Tamale road. It is just after the Falls Rest Stop when moving Northwards, on the right side of the road. This waterfall, one of the main natural attractions in the area, is hidden in the forest and it is formed by three main drops where the longest drop measures 25 metres (82 ft) in height, and, after a number of steps and cascades, the river falls about 70 metres (230 ft).
About
The Shai Hills Resource Reserve is a resource reserve located in Doryumu in the Shai Osudoku District all in the Greater Accra Region. The area was declared Forest Reserve in 1962 with area of 47 square kilometres (4,700 ha; 18 sq mi) which was later extended to 51 square kilometres (5,100 ha; 20 sq mi) in 1973. It was made a Game Production Reserve in 1971. The protected area was home to the Shai people before they were ejected by the British in 1892, remains of Shai peoples works can still be found at the reserve. A mosaic of forest covers the 5 separate hills in the reserve, while grassland and low dry forests are found in intervening canyons. Baboons, green monkeys, antelopes, zebras, mammals, reptiles and over 172 bird species have been identified in the reserve.
Working hours
6:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
The best time for wildlife viewing is early in the morning. The morning visit may include sightings of Kob antelope, bushbuck or monkeys, although the monkeys here are not habituated like at Tafi Atome or Boabeng-Fiema. The baboon troop at the front gate can be very amusing but be warned these are dangerous animals and they love to snatch your unattended personal belongings.
Visitors can visit the Reserve throughout the year, but travel within the Reserve could be difficult during the rainy season.
Activities
Rock climbing
Nature Walk (Hiking)
Game Viewing
Bird Watching
Exploring the caves
Getting there / Location
Shai Hills Resource Reserve is located along the Tema–Akosombo road. It is about 17 kilometres (11m) from Accra, the capital city of Ghana making it the closest wildlife reserve to Accra.
A great place to visit in Ghana.
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Shai Hills Resource Reserve
About
The Shai Hills Resource Reserve is a resource reserve located in Doryumu in the Shai Osudoku District all in the Greater Accra Region. The area was declared Forest Reserve in 1962 with area of 47 square kilometres (4,700 ha; 18 sq mi) which was later extended to 51 square kilometres (5,100 ha; 20 sq mi) in 1973. It was made a Game Production Reserve in 1971. The protected area was home to the Shai people before they were ejected by the British in 1892, remains of Shai peoples works can still be found at the reserve. A mosaic of forest covers the 5 separate hills in the reserve, while grassland and low dry forests are found in intervening canyons. Baboons, green monkeys, antelopes, zebras, mammals, reptiles and over 172 bird species have been identified in the reserve.
Working hours
6:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
The best time for wildlife viewing is early in the morning. The morning visit may include sightings of Kob antelope, bushbuck or monkeys, although the monkeys here are not habituated like at Tafi Atome or Boabeng-Fiema. The baboon troop at the front gate can be very amusing but be warned these are dangerous animals and they love to snatch your unattended personal belongings.
Visitors can visit the Reserve throughout the year, but travel within the Reserve could be difficult during the rainy season.
Activities
Rock climbing
Nature Walk (Hiking)
Game Viewing
Bird Watching
Exploring the caves
Getting there / Location
Shai Hills Resource Reserve is located along the Tema–Akosombo road. It is about 17 kilometres (11m) from Accra, the capital city of Ghana making it the closest wildlife reserve to Accra.
A great place to visit in Ghana.