The capital of Ghana. Population, economy, attractions

Accra is the capital of Ghana, a country in West Africa. It stretched along the shore of the Gulf of Guinea along a hilly plain. With the city is better to get acquainted, having made a walk along its central streets. In the center of the capital is the Makola market, where tourists can visit the shops of batik and bugles, in the west is the Kaneshi market. Here are sold a variety of spices and products. Also worth a visit is James Town, which is located on the peninsula, south-west of the center.

The capital of Ghana is a large transport center. Here there is an airport and a railway. Transportation of passengers is carried out by private companies, buses and taxis.

Population

In Accra, almost four million people live. Annually, the city's population increases by about three percent. Virtually all residents are black. There is also a community of descendants of people who immigrated from Syria and Lebanon. In recent years, the number of Chinese communities has been growing. The capital of Ghana is considered a young city, since over half of the population is younger than 24 years.

What economic sectors could Ghana develop?

Accra is a city with developed textile, metalworking, woodworking, food, oil refining and pharmaceutical industries. Recently, the real estate market is developing rapidly. There is a stock exchange. Almost all large companies of Accra are controlled by Chinese, British or Lebanese capital.

Many residents of the capital are engaged in jewelry production, as well as the sale of vegetables and fruits. In Accra, there is a large market for cocoa beans and diamonds.

The most important attractions of Accra

Independence Square - the location of the parades. It can accommodate up to 30,000 people. It is located in the east direction from the center of Accra. Walking along the Independence Square, the first thing to pay attention to the castle of Ozu.

This is the most famous building. But now the castle can not be visited, since it is used by the government.

Attention also deserves the building of the Arts Center, which is located between Independence Square and the center of the capital. It is used mainly by artisans for the sale of handicrafts. It is here that you can see folk dances and various theatrical performances.

The capital of Ghana is famous for its nightlife. Particular attention deserves night clubs, which are almost all located near the Nkrumah Square. The interior of some clubs is complemented with figures carved from the tree of idols with awesome masks.

The famous capital of Ghana and its extraordinary beaches. The best beaches are a few kilometers from Accra.

Unfortunately, the most popular and beautiful ones can be reached only by private vehicles. The exception is the beach of Coco Beach. There are also places for surfing.

Tourists can also visit the numerous fishing villages, and coastal forts located to the west of the city of Accra. Ghana is an amazing country! Here there are fifteen castles and forts, in some of them you can spend the night for only two dollars.