Accra (/ əˈkrɑː /; Ga: Ga or Gaga; Twi: Nkran; Ewe: Gɛ; Dagbani: Ankara) is the capital and largest city of Ghana, located on the southern coast at the Gulf of Guinea, which is part of the Atlantic Ocean. [2][3] As of 2021 census, the Accra Metropolitan District, 20.4 km 2 (7.9 sq mi), had a population of 284,124 inhabitants, and the larger Grea...

Jan 17, 2025 · Accra, capital and largest city of Ghana, on the Gulf of Guinea (an arm of the Atlantic Ocean). The city lies partly on a cliff, 25 to 40 feet (8 to 12 metres) high, and spreads northward over the undulating Accra plains.

Practical information, cultural cues, and city orientation for travelers to the crown jewel of Ghana's coastline. Visit Accra, and read this guide first!

Stretched along the Atlantic Ocean, Ghana's most populous city boasts glittering beaches, monumental buildings, museums, libraries, galleries, traditional markets and lively nightlife. Accra's architecture reflects its colonial history, with 17th century castles standing alongside modern skyscrapers.

Sep 29, 2022 · Here are our favorite ways to explore Accra. 1. Get lost in a traditional Ghanaian market. The constant honking, smell of fresh fish being distributed, and crowding of colorful market stalls down several blocks will mark your arrival at the famous Makola Market.

Jan 30, 2025 · Chiké Frankie Edozien lives in Accra and is the author of “Lives of Great Men: Living and Loving as an African Gay Man.” He’s the director of New York University, Accra. Jan. 30, 2025 ...

Accra. Come the weekend people flock to Accra's most popular beach to play ball games, frolic in the surf, go horse riding along the sand or party to loud dance…

Accra, the capital city of Ghana, is one of the wealthier cities of Africa, steeped in history and culture. The cityscape thus formed is a beautiful mix of colonial architecture and modern skyscrapers spread across this coastal savannah.