Explore Ghana | Discover the Beauty of Ghana

A little about Ghana

Many stories, one country

Ghana is a country in West Africa with a rich cultural heritage and varied landscapes. Get to know its regions, languages, and places of historical importance.

16 regions

Explore Ghana's regions, from the coast to the north.

See all 16 regions

83 languages

Ethnologue reports 83 living languages used in Ghana: 73 indigenous and 10 non-indigenous. Counts depend on classification.

Read Ethnologue's Ghana profile

2 UNESCO World Heritage properties

Ghana's inscribed properties are Forts and Castles and Asante Traditional Buildings.

See UNESCO's Ghana listings

Language figures are from Ethnologue; heritage listings are from UNESCO. Check the linked sources for current details.

Traditions and creativity

Discover Ghana's Culture

Ghanaian culture is diverse and differs among communities. These are a few ways to begin exploring it.

Traditions

Learn about the customs, languages, crafts, and community life of Ghana's many cultural groups.

Festivals

Festivals such as Homowo, Aboakyer, and Hogbetsotso reflect the histories and traditions of their communities.

Music and dance

Discover Ghana's varied musical traditions, rhythms, and dances, including the well-known Kpanlogo tradition.

Clothing and craft

Explore textiles and designs such as Kente and Adinkra, each with its own cultural context and meaning.

A taste of local life

Taste of Ghana

Ghana's food is varied. Here are a few popular dishes to look out for.

Jollof rice

Rice cooked in a seasoned tomato-based sauce.

Waakye

Rice and beans cooked together and often served with accompaniments.

Fufu

A pounded staple commonly served with soup.

Banku and tilapia

Fermented corn-and-cassava dough served with fish and accompaniments.

Red red

A bean stew commonly served with fried ripe plantain.

Kelewele

Ripe plantain pieces seasoned with spices and fried.

North, south, east, and west

Explore Ghana's 16 Regions

Ghana is divided into these 16 administrative regions. Each has its own places and communities to discover.

Make it your journey

Travel Inspiration

Choose a theme to start planning. Check current local guidance before travelling.

History and heritage

Explore historic places and learn about Ghana's heritage through local guides and museums.

Nature and outdoors

Discover forests, waterfalls, parks, and coastal landscapes across the regions.

Culture and food

Experience local markets, regional dishes, music, and cultural events respectfully.

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Plan your Ghana journey

Have a question or an idea for your trip? Use this form layout as a starting point.