Featured Destination: Accra, Ghana
Accra is the Capital city of Ghana as well as its largest city. It is also the country's commercial and cultural hub with a population of 2.2 Million (2012 estimate). Accra is a historic city with a rich cultural heritage. This can be seen especially in its architecture which features buildings from the 19th century as well as modern skycrapers, commercial complexes and shopping malls.
Every visitor to Accra is bound to find a variety of fun things to do and interesting sights to see.
Popular tourist attractions in Accra include
1. The Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum
Located in Downtown Accra, this marble clad memorial is dedicated to the Late Ghanaian leader of the same name. Its a must - visit for every first time visitor to Accra!
2. Kakum National Park
Established in 1931, this National Park covers an area of over 375 Sq Kms, It also has one of Africa's 2 canopy walkways. It is home to several endangered animal species such as the Giant Bongo Antelope and the Yellow - backed Duiker. The Kakum river also originates within the park.
3. Labadi Beach
Also known as La Pleasure beach, this is Ghana's busiest beach. the beach is maintained by local hotels and as such hotel guests are granted free entry while other guests are charged an entry fee. The beach hosts regular weekend music performances and is popular with fun and thrill seeking residents and visitors.
Accra is also home to a wide range of top - quality shopping and dining venues. Popular shopping malls include:
The Accra Mall
http://www.accramall.com
Plot C11 | Tetteh Quarshie Interchange | Spintex Road PMB 111 | Kotoka International Airport | Accra - Ghana
+233 (0) 302 8230 40
West Hills Mall
http://www.westhillsmallgh.com/
Winneba Rd, Dunkonah, New Weija, Accra, Ghana.
+233 307 085 0817/818/819
Marina Mall
http://marinamallghana.com/ContactUs
Frequent bus services also link Lagos with Accra on a daily basis.
If you wish to take a trip to the exciting Ghanaian Capital, please get in touch with our team of Travel Consultants at Quebix Travels on +234 80 5617 6729 or quebixtravels@gmail.com.We can't wait to surpass your expectations! Don't forget to sound off in the comments section and please be social! share this blog with your friends, family and everyone else in your network!
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Every visitor to Accra is bound to find a variety of fun things to do and interesting sights to see.
Popular tourist attractions in Accra include
1. The Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum
2. Kakum National Park
Established in 1931, this National Park covers an area of over 375 Sq Kms, It also has one of Africa's 2 canopy walkways. It is home to several endangered animal species such as the Giant Bongo Antelope and the Yellow - backed Duiker. The Kakum river also originates within the park.
3. Labadi Beach
Also known as La Pleasure beach, this is Ghana's busiest beach. the beach is maintained by local hotels and as such hotel guests are granted free entry while other guests are charged an entry fee. The beach hosts regular weekend music performances and is popular with fun and thrill seeking residents and visitors.
Accra is also home to a wide range of top - quality shopping and dining venues. Popular shopping malls include:
The Accra Mall
http://www.accramall.com
Plot C11 | Tetteh Quarshie Interchange | Spintex Road PMB 111 | Kotoka International Airport | Accra - Ghana
+233 (0) 302 8230 40
West Hills Mall
http://www.westhillsmallgh.com/
Winneba Rd, Dunkonah, New Weija, Accra, Ghana.
+233 307 085 0817/818/819
Marina Mall
http://marinamallghana.com/ContactUs
Marina Mall, Airport City
Near Holiday Inn
Next to UNA Home,
Accra
Near Holiday Inn
Next to UNA Home,
Accra
Tel
+233 (0) 30 702 0858
+233 (0) 30 702 0859
+233 (0) 30 702 0861
+233 (0) 30 702 0862
+233 (0) 30 702 0863
+233 (0) 30 702 0864
+233 (0) 30 702 0859
+233 (0) 30 702 0861
+233 (0) 30 702 0862
+233 (0) 30 702 0863
+233 (0) 30 702 0864
Accra is also home to the popular Makola Market where a dazzling array of merchandise is available for purchase. If you desire something less western with a more authentic Ghanaian/West African feel, then Makola is definitely where you should be headed!From rich vibrantly coloured textiles, raw and cooked Ghanaian staple foods to spices from various regions as well as motor spare parts and household utensils, Makola has got it all!
Nightlife enthusiasts will also find that Accra caters adequately to their needs. The city is packed full of a dazzling array of nightclubs and other nightlife venues designed to cater for every taste as well as every budget. More details on Accra nightlife here.
due to its fast growing economy as well as the rapid growth in its tourism sector, Accra has in the last decade see the arrival of several global hopitality chains establishing world class hotels and other accomodation venues in the city. Travellers to Accra will easily find hotels to suit whatever budget they operate within in a cost effective manner. Popular hotels range from the high end (Labadi Beach Hotel, La Palm Royal Hotel, Holiday Inn Accra Airport) to more suitable offerings for budget conscious travelers ( Pink Hostel, PEnta Hotel, Airport View Hotel). Get in touch with us at Quebix Travels for affordable and quick hotel reservations!
Accra with its Kotoka International Airport, is a major aviation hub in the West African sub region. Kotoka International Airport offers direct air links to several cities in Africa, Asia and the Middle East, Europe and North America. The airport also serves as a base for Africa World Airlines, Starbow Airlines and Antrak Air.
Accra is also well connected to Nigeria's Murtala Mohammed International Airport, Lagos and Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.
Nightlife enthusiasts will also find that Accra caters adequately to their needs. The city is packed full of a dazzling array of nightclubs and other nightlife venues designed to cater for every taste as well as every budget. More details on Accra nightlife here.due to its fast growing economy as well as the rapid growth in its tourism sector, Accra has in the last decade see the arrival of several global hopitality chains establishing world class hotels and other accomodation venues in the city. Travellers to Accra will easily find hotels to suit whatever budget they operate within in a cost effective manner. Popular hotels range from the high end (Labadi Beach Hotel, La Palm Royal Hotel, Holiday Inn Accra Airport) to more suitable offerings for budget conscious travelers ( Pink Hostel, PEnta Hotel, Airport View Hotel). Get in touch with us at Quebix Travels for affordable and quick hotel reservations!
Accra with its Kotoka International Airport, is a major aviation hub in the West African sub region. Kotoka International Airport offers direct air links to several cities in Africa, Asia and the Middle East, Europe and North America. The airport also serves as a base for Africa World Airlines, Starbow Airlines and Antrak Air.
Accra is also well connected to Nigeria's Murtala Mohammed International Airport, Lagos and Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.
Frequent bus services also link Lagos with Accra on a daily basis.
If you wish to take a trip to the exciting Ghanaian Capital, please get in touch with our team of Travel Consultants at Quebix Travels on +234 80 5617 6729 or quebixtravels@gmail.com.We can't wait to surpass your expectations! Don't forget to sound off in the comments section and please be social! share this blog with your friends, family and everyone else in your network!
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