Cape Coast Beach - Central Region of Ghana
Cape Coast, the capital of the Central Region of Ghana.
Coast Coast and Elmina, in the heart of the historic Central Region of Ghana. Cape Coast, about 25 minutes drive from Elmina and the beaches of Elmina, with the Atlantic Ocean as its centre piece. A great ambience for you to relax and enjoy the fresh air and spectacular sea views. Cape Coast Castle is the center view from left or right.
The right hand side of Cape Coast Beach offers you a peaceful and tranquil retreat, overlooking the sea. |
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Cape Coast was founded by the people of Oguaa. The Portuguese later came to build the Cape Coast castle and so Cape Coast grew around Cape Coast Castle, now a World Heritage Site.
It was converted to a castle by the Dutch in 1650, then expanded by the Swedes in 1652 and captured by the British in 1664. Trade was an important motivator in the creation of fortresses and settlements on Cape Coast.
The various European countries that came to what is now the coast of Ghana created interpersonal, lasting relationships with the indigenous peoples as a method of ensuring long-term economic gain. |
Unfortunately, the acquisition of gold, slaves, honey, and the many other African goods that consisted the African leg of the Triangular Trade was increasingly detrimental to the inhabitants of Cape Coast.
See also below Cape Coast Beach, location map.
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The British based their Gold Coast operations in the town until they were expelled because of severe opposition to the "window tax" in 1877. Accra became their state.
Cape Coast was also where most of the slaves were held before their journey on the Middle Passage. One of the main attractions in Cape Coast is the fort built by the Portuguese, called Cape Coast Castle.
Panafest - This festival is held very summer. It is celebrates Ghanaian roots. People from other African countries as well as the African-Americans with roots in Ghana visit the country and celebrate their heritage. (Cape Coast and Elmina |
Cape Coast offers some beautiful white sandy beaches, unspoiled and tucked away in a tranquil environment, away from the crowds. You will encounter a stress free beach.
Many of the people living in Cap Coast and Elmina are engaged in fishing, supplying the land-locked villages surrounding it with fish.
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