Accra - Wikipedia
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...
Accra | Ghana, Population, Map, & History | Britannica
Dec 9, 2024 · 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.
19 Things to Know Before You Go to Accra - Roads & Kingdoms
Practical information, cultural cues, and city orientation for travelers to the crown jewel of Ghana's coastline. Visit Accra, and read this guide first!
The 17 Best Places to Visit in Accra | 2023 - TravelWanderGrow
Accra is a city that beautifully blends tradition and modernity, offering an array of sights that’ll leave you awestruck. From bustling markets bursting with color, historical landmarks standing tall against the test of time, to the tranquil beaches offering a serene escape — there’s something for every kind of traveler.
Accra - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Accra is the capital city of Ghana. It has a population of about 1,970,400 (2005). The city is Ghana's largest city. It is also the administrative, communications, and economic center of the country.
Accra, Ghana: All You Must Know Before You Go (2024) - Tripadvisor
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.
11 best things to do in Accra - Lonely Planet
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.
Accra - New World Encyclopedia
Accra is the capital, the largest city, and the administrative, communications, and economic center of Ghana. Located on the Gulf of Guinea near the Atlantic Ocean, the city sits partly on a cliff, 25 to 40 feet (eight to 12 meters) high, and spreads north over the Accra plains.
Accra capital of Ghana | Britannica
Accra, Capital and largest city (pop., 2010: 2,070,463) of Ghana, on the Gulf of Guinea. When the Portuguese first settled on the coast in 1482, the site was occupied by the Ga people. Three fortified trading posts were built 1650–80 by the Danes, the Dutch, and the British.
Accra, Ghana Population 2024 - World Population Review
Accra's 2024 population is now estimated at 2,721,160. In 1950, the population of Accra was 177,147. Accra has grown by 61,090 in the last year, which represents a 2.3% annual change. These population estimates and projections come from the latest revision of the UN World Urbanization Prospects.