Ghana Awaits:

he distance of the East African country of Ghana can be reduced with the help of low cost flight tickets offered by various airlines. Even though Kumasi, Accra and Tamale are prominent destinations in Ghana served by several airlines and their frequent services, both direct and connecting flights are available. Embarking on air travel early for the flight several months before the travel date is recommended as the air fares are likely to change especially upward as the travel date approaches.

Countrywide appreciation for travel has created a demand for online ticket booking. For travelers who are price sensitive, plans can be made to send out fare alerts on certain routes of travel. Travel date changes can make great differences in expenses especially if such changes put the travel in the off peak periods that is, generally from May to October. It is also important to note that those travelers who do not have specific destinations can commence their journey from larger international airports as tickets are generally cheaper at those airports. Lastly, taking into consideration how and when to travel, these flights to Ghana would not be hard to find and expensive to purchase in case one desires to visit the country with its cultural, historical and geographical attractions.

The Natural Wonders of Ghana:

Ghana enjoys a variety of picturesque scenery representative of its rich ecological history. The Coastal area of the country is situated at the southern edge along the Gulf of Guinea where it is characterized by sandy beaches, mangroves and lagoons teeming with aquatic life. Further in-land, the belt of geographical features turns into rain drunken forests, plains savannah and the famous hills of Ashanti with its several national parks and reserves aimed at protecting the incredible biodiversity that Ghana has.

Visitors to Kakum National Park are treated to an exhilarating canopy walk providing a birds-eye view of the dense rain forest as well as the many species of birds, butterflies and animals all around. Other attractions include Lake Volta, one of the man-made lakes covering a greater area percussion in the globe, which is significant to people’s existence as it offers fishing and means of movement to the inhabitants.This means, Ghana also has geographical regions which have diverse plants and animals, with some of them found exclusively in that region. Nevertheless, as many other countries, Ghana environmental issues include problems such as deforestation and climate change. Therefore quite a number of strategies need to be.. implemented in order to conserve its resources as well as its rich biodiversity, which not only encourages tourism in Ghana but also places a responsibility on Ghana, as part of West African region, for the preservation of the environment.

A Journey Through Time:

The history of Ghana is elliptical and eventful with processes that have contributed to the shaping of its course as a nation. The area was occupied many years ago by several kingdoms including the Ghana Empire from 4th to 13th centuries that was famed for its riches earned from the trade of gold. However, after the stagnation of this empire, new states like the Ashanti Empire rose, which dominated much of the 18th and the 19th century thanks to its ingenious political structures and vibrant culture.

They made contact with the region in the 15th century with the advent of the Portuguese who were soon followed by the Dutch and Danish, and later on the British who were involved in the establishment of trading networks mostly for gold and slaves. The Atlantic slave trade was catastrophic to the communities where it occurred, as many innocent civilians were taken from their homes against their will. The British later on occupied the Gold Coast, turned it into their colony in the 19th century.

The unyielding demand for self governance intensified by the late 19th century did bear fruits when on the 6th of March 1957, Ghana then the Gold Coast became the first nation in sub Saharan Africa to be freed from the clutches of colonial rule by Britain, thanks to the leadership of Kwame Nkrumah. The dream of African unification and a strong sense of nationhood found its advocate in him. Still, the Ghana that gained independence was afflicted by political problems, which prompted coups and various forms of governance. In modern times, Ghanas is portrayed as a peaceful democracy and a highly respected country in West Africa for its developing status which is also rooted in its diverse cultural components which are still intact.