One of Ghana’s most well-known cities is Kumasi. This city has a rich cultural history that has been maintained over the years for a very long time. To comprehend some of the significance of the Ashanti people’s beliefs, we will study their history. We will discover how Kings used politics to rule in their kingdoms by traveling to the Manhyia Palace, one of the earliest monarchy to have existed in prehistoric Ghana. Additionally, we will view some historical and cultural artifacts and discuss how they relate to the Ashanti Kingdom’s history.
Highlights
From 2 hours to 6 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 6 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Round Up trip from Accra to Kumasi
Air-conditioned vehicle
Private Tour guide
Lunch
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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One of Ghana’s most well-known cities is Kumasi. This city has a rich cultural history that has been maintained over the years for a very long time. To comprehend some of the significance of the Ashanti people’s beliefs, we will study their history. We will discover how Kings used politics to rule in their kingdoms by traveling to the Manhyia Palace, one of the earliest monarchy to have existed in prehistoric Ghana. Additionally, we will view some historical and cultural artifacts and discuss how they relate to the Ashanti Kingdom’s history.
Visit Ghana to learn about the Ashanti people's history by sitting and watching a film. Then, you are led through a number of the palace's original artifact-filled rooms. Understanding The best significance of the Ashanti empire, including figures like Yaa Asantewaa (the war queen) and the current ruler seated on the throne, will be discussed here. The site where the Akwasidee tribe chiefs meet every six weeks is not quite next to the museum.
1 hour
2
Okomfo Anokye Sword Site
Travellers will learn and know the history of the begining of the Ashanti’s , come and make a sightseeing at the exact place where the the Golden stool was descended unto the laps of king Osei tutu I , the founder of the Ashanti Nation . Is also the place the sowd was driven into the ground by the chief priest OKOMFO ANOKYE . History has make us understand that , the sowd was pushed into the ground almost 300 years ago. It is believed the chief priest okomfo Anokye pronounced that , no one would be able to remove the sowd , and so it has remain in spite of attempts . Even the all time best boxer mohammed Ali from all the way United state of American couldn’t uproot the sowd , is believed that the Ashanti kingdom will collapse when the sowd ever be pulled out from the ground .
1 hour
3
Prempeh II Museum
The personalized tour that is included with entry provides a fascinating introduction to Ashanti culture and history, despite the museum's modest size. The Ashanti king Prempeh II's ceremonial and battle apparel, jewelry, amulets of protection, personal dining and bathing supplies, furnishings, royal insignia, and some exquisite brass weights for weighing gold are among the artifacts on show. It was built to mimic an Ashanti chief's home and features a front courtyard and walls covered in ethnic sculptures.
1 hour
4
Kejetia Market
As one of Ghana's biggest markets, The kejetia market appears to be an alien mothership that has crashed in the middle of Kumasi from a distance. Experience the local market, explore kejetia like a native, and learn more about the marketplaces in the city. This massive market, which is frequently described as the biggest in West Africa, is best seen up close with its rusted tin roofing. At least four times as many people labor here as there are stalls, numbering 11,000 in all. resemble a circular shantytown It's rather unsettling within the throbbing kejetia, but it's also utterly enthralling.
1 minute
5
Bonwire Kente Weaving Centre
Bonwire is a town in Ghana, where the most popular cloth in Africa, popularly known as "Kente", originated. The Kente is worn by the king of the Ashanti Kingdom in Ghana. Bonwire is part of Ejisu-Juaben Municipal district within Ghana's Ashanti Region. The town is located about 18 km on the Kumasi-Mampong road
