Kumasi, located in central Ghana, is the capital of Ashanti region and the birthplace of rich Ashanti culture. There are complicated Kent knitting techniques, the best rich restaurant, the Kejiete market with local characteristics, real museums and various colorful festivals, so visitors can go here without worries.
The Quaker's name for Sunday
8: 00 a.m.: Central Market of Kejetya
In West Africa, there is no bigger market than the outdoor market Kejetia Central Market. There are more than 50,000 vendors and thousands of shed vendors in the market, and the trade here has become a large part of the informal economy. Vendors in Candace Flynn Tia market sell a wide range of goods, including sports shoes, glass beads, clothes in Kent, hardware, meat, fish, vegetables, cheap batiks, second-hand fabrics and even computers! Some shops with storefronts generally provide customized services such as customized shoes, and some even provide consulting services on voodoo.
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Although the market is chaotic at first glance, it is a good place for you to learn about the real life of Ghanaians, and you can really feel the hospitality of Ghanaians. Before you go, you might as well have a bird's eye view of the whole market from a higher angle and take some good photos as a souvenir.
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12 noon: Kumasy National Cultural Center.
Kumasy National Cultural Center (Kumasi) is a place full of Ghanaian creativity, displaying many local handicrafts in Ghana, such as local textiles, jewelry, pottery, carpentry, glass, stone tools and other metal handicrafts, which are of great value. Among them, pottery, batik and Kent cloth weaving have commercial cooperation with galleries and handicraft shops.
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In addition, Ghana has wonderful local dance performances to welcome tourists.
3 pm: Marcy Palace Museum
Peacocks are kept in the museum compound-I'm afraid few museums in the world can do this, and this point of the Mahaya Palace Museum immediately makes people shine. In the museum, you can watch the ancient Ashanti artworks, sculptures, textiles, gold and so on up close. As the tour progresses, the museum guides will explain wars, myths, royal history, leaders and various stories related to the museum.
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The museum is located in Ahene-Boboano, which means "King's Gate". The museum is located between the central market of Kejetia and the airport with convenient transportation.
5 pm: Latreille Park.
Latraye Park, far away from the hustle and bustle of Kumasy, is a new entertainment place. Located next to the Golden Tulip Hotel, it is suitable for families and couples to stay and is a place for children to play. Not only that, but also a clean lawn for everyone to have outdoor picnics and other party activities. Although there are vendors selling snacks in the park, the prices are reasonable, which does not affect the overall experience of the park at all.
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8 a.m.: Green Ranch
The green pasture is located next to Bosumtwi, Ghana's largest natural lake, providing visitors with an excellent place to enjoy the lake view. It is also a good experience to jump on horseback and walk in such a leisurely environment under the guidance of a professional guide. Or, you might as well take a canoe tour on the lake and see different natural landscapes in Ghana.
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The pasture can also provide vegetarian food, and there are many desserts to choose from. The accommodation environment is clean and tidy, so it's really a good choice to relax here.
1 1 am: botham pushes the lake.
Bosom Lake Wei is the largest natural lake in Ghana, where about 30,000 Ghanaians live. Although it is about 30 kilometers away from Kumasy, you will soon find that you are glad to come. You can put on a life jacket, take a speedboat trip, enjoy the misty mountains, and walk around the ancient tree trunks above the water ... these are all very special experiences in Ghana.
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2 pm: Nthonsobo Textile Village
Twenty-five kilometers away from Kumasy, there is a Ntonso textile village, which is one of the most important knitting points in Adingkla. Ed Crabbe is the most popular cloth besides Kent cloth. More than 60 different shapes of Adingkla symbols represent more than 60 traditions and customs. Traditional patterns are dark patterns on a white background. Draw a square with a small brush before embossing, and then fill the square with Adinkra symbol. Visitors have the opportunity to personally participate in the production with the knowledge of professional and technical personnel, and print their own unique Ardin Crabbe.
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If you think 48 hours is not enough, you can also visit Kumasy Park, Kentebu Weaving Center and Bobili Forest Reserve.