The small state of Ghana is located in West Africa. From the south, its shores are washed by the Gulf of Guinea, by land the country of Ghana borders on Togo, Burkina Faso and Côte d'Ivoire. This territory has long been the British colony of Gold Coast. The imprint of the colonial past is observed here at every step: almost the entire population speaks English, English traditions predominate in the kitchen, and British and Portuguese style can be seen in architecture.
Historical essay
Ghana is a country in Africa that gained independence on March 6, 1957. In 1960, Kwame Nkrumah was proclaimed president of the country. The main goal of his activity was the construction of "African socialism." From 1966 to 1992 a ridge of military coups followed. In 1992, a constitution was finally adopted and a civilian government established.
Climate
The country's climate is equatorial monsoon with a transition to equatorial in the southwest. The warmest months are March and April (up to 35 º). The rainy season is considered to be from April to June, as well as from September to October. In January-February, a dry and dusty wind called Harmattan blows in Ghana.
Nature
In the south along the coast of Ghana lies a lowland plain, which rises to 150-200 m to the north. In the center of the state is the Ashanti plateau, in the east - the southern part of the Atakora mountain range. A large territory of the state was captured by the Volta river basin.
Ghana is a country where vegetation is represented mainly by tall grass savannah or savannah forests. Evergreen forests are preserved only in the south-west, and on the Ashanti plateau there are deciduous forests of a small area where valuable species of black and mahogany grow.
Economy
Ghana is one of the richest countries in West Africa. The state has developed mining industry, since there are reserves of gold, bauxite, diamonds, manganese ore, oil, gas and other minerals. There are operating aluminum, cement, chemical and oil refineries
If we talk about the agricultural industry, the country of Ghana specializes in the cultivation of cocoa, sugar throne, botan, sorghum, cassava and other crops. Also in this region are engaged in animal husbandry, fishing, logging.
Attractions and major cities
The country of Ghana is often referred to as the "country of castles". On the coastline alone (250 km) there are 15 forts and castles. It was around two fortresses (Asher Fort and Christianborg) that the modern capital Accra was formed. In this city, cozy old quarters are still preserved. Accra is home to the famous market, which sells batik and glass-art products, the Makolo Market. The sights of the capital are: National Museum, Unknown Soldier Memorial, Independence Arch and the Center for the Arts.
The second largest city of Ghana is Kumasi. Of particular interest are the local Kejetia market, the Mania Palace, the zoo and the National Culture Center.
In the western part of this African state, you can find gold deposits, and the Volta River region is famous for the Ho Museum, the ruins of European forts and Vli waterfalls.
The eastern section is famous for its diamond mines, Mount Kroba, the Aquapim Range and the Dodi Islands.
A large number of castles are available in the city of Cape Coast and its environs. Here is the Cape Coast fortress, the Dutch castle of Fort Nasso and many others.
The country of Ghana has managed to achieve considerable success in the short time of its independence. We hope that, advancing at such a pace, it will quickly turn from a developing state into a developed and prosperous region.