Kwabenya: Core of Ghanaian Heritage
Kwabenya, Ghana is a village under the Ga East Municipal District’s jurisdiction. It is part of the Dome-Kwabenya constituency. Tourists can get to the village through the nearest airport, which is the Kotoka International Airport (ACC).
Best Time to Visit
The perfect time to visit Kwabenya is during the months of November through March, for the best weather. Peak tourist season is usually during the months of February, March, and December. Tourists are least likely to visit in May.
What to Do & Area Attractions
One of the most well-known attractions nearby is Kwame Nkrumah Memorial in Accea. Launched in 1992, it is dedicated to former Ghanaian President, the late Kwame Nkrumah. In fact, it serves as his and his wife’s burial site. It is surrounded by water, which signifies life. Another interesting, nearby site to visit is the National Museum of Ghana in Accra. Inaugurated in 1957, it is currently the biggest and oldest museums under the administration of the Ghana Museums and Monuments Board (GMMB). It houses different kinds of artifacts— archaeological, ethnographic, and many more. Tourists should also visit WEB DuBois Memorial Centre. It is a memorial place and research institution that was launched in 1985. It was established in honor of WEB Du Bois, an African-American historian. It has a small museum with a portion of Du Bois’ library and works. A lot of Kwabenya hotels provide luxurious experience and reliable Ghanaian hospitality at reasonable rates. Get to book a stay at the Accra Royal Castle Apartments & Suites, which is a 4-star hotel featuring free breakfast, an outdoor pool, free valet parking, and a library; or the nearby Villa Victoria Executive Guest Lodge, which has room service, free parking, BBQ grills and a bar/lounge; or at the cozy Meaglent Hotel, which offers free wifi, an outdoor pool, a kids pool, and a restaurant.