Accra - Kumasi Manhyia - Komfo Anokye Cultural Tour

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2 days (approximately)
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Offered in: English

Kumasi is the capital city of the Ashanti Region in Southern Ghana. It's Known as a centre for Ashanti Culture. Kumasi is 260.3 km from Accra the Capital.
The tour begins with the visit to the Manhyia Palace. Manhyia Palace is the seat of the Asantehene of Asanteman, as well as his official residence.

Transfer to Komfo Anokye Sword Site, situated on the grounds of the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital. A 333 year old sword wedged in the rockface is one of the centre artefacts and legends of the rich history of the Asante nation.

Depart Komfo Anokye Sword Site to Hotel.

Day 2 begins with the visit to Prempeh II Museum after breakfast.
Prempeh II Museum contains fascinating collection of Ashanti artefacts, including such impressive pieces as the King's battle dress and heavy gold jewellery.

Visit the National Cultural Centre, a centre that offers craft workshops and dance performances.

Depart the National Cultural Centre, Kumasi to Accra.

What's Included

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Itinerary

Duration: 2 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Kumasi

    2 stops
  • 1
    Manhyia Palace Museum

    The Manhyia Palace is the seat of the Asantehene of Asanteman, as well as his official residence. It is located at Kumasi, the capital of the Ashanti Kingdom and Ashanti Region. The first palace is now a museum.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Okomfo Anokye Sword Site

    Komfo Anokye Sword Site is situated on the grounds of the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital which is seminal in Asante history. A 333 year old sword wedged in the rockface is one of the the centre artefacts and legends of the rich history of the Asante nation. The history of the Asante people is eloquently told by the young curator.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
    • Day 2

    Kumasi

    2 stops
  • 3
    Prempeh II Museum

    This museum contains a fascinating collection of Ashanti artifacts, including such impressive pieces as the king’s battle dress and heavy gold jewellery. The Asantehene receives homage here on important festival days. Be sure to ask the guide to make the leopard skin drum roar!

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Kumasi

    The National Cultural Centre is set within peaceful, shaded grounds and includes craft workshops, where you can see brassworking, woodcarving, pottery making, batik cloth dyeing and kente cloth weaving, as well as a gallery and crafts shop.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Kaya Tours

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