Sightseeing in Elmina offers tourist with plenty of historical attractions. Elmina was one of the colonies under the rule of the Portuguese and was built in the year 1482. Located in coastal Ghana, this place has some of the famous attractions of the country. People can hire car or local vehicles for opting for Sightseeing in Elmina.
One of the famous places to visit for sightseeing in Elmina is the Fort Sao Jorge da Mina, which is popularly known as the St. George's Castle. This famous Fort of Ghana was the foremost construction work done by any European country. Considered to be the largest fort in Africa by the Europeans, this place was the site of the infamous 'slave factories' of Africa. Located on the western coast, the castle has witnessed years of lucrative slave trade.
Another attraction in Elmina is the Elmina lagoon. This is the famous port located in the western coast of the country. Ships and other vessels for trade purposes were once functional in this port. The inhumane slave trading to the western countries used to be transferred from here. The beautiful lagoon of Elmina is very scenic and good spot for tourists.
The most famous tourist attraction in Elmina is the historic Elmina Castle. The fort belongs to 15th century Ghana, when it a European colony. Located in Cape Coast in Ghana, the castle was the prison of the slaves. Built by the Portuguese traders, Elmina castle is one of the oldest not just in Ghana, but also in Africa. The name of the castle means the mines in Portuguese.
Visitors can go inside the dungeons, which is still a poignant reminder of the tortuous times. This castle served as a base for the Portuguese traders who exchanged goods for slaves. The slaves were kept in dark and damped dungeons. The cannons are still reminiscent of the times. The Elmina castle exchanged many change of dominions that include the Dutch and the English during different periods.
Tourists can visit the Elmina Attractions as part of the guided Elmina tours. The terrific views, the historic attractions and the local people are surely going to win the hearts. Camera and moviemakers will truly capture the true quintessence of Elmina in Ghana.
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