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Off the beaten path: Ghana

Ghana is ideal for first-time travelers to Africa, with its hospitable citizens and over 70 dialects. Besides exploring the history of slave trade, there are many destinations to go to off the beaten path and learn about the Ghana empire, which was around between 9th and 13th century, the sacred crocodile ponds, the unusual coffins, and many other things. Besides the history and the traditions, Ghana is blessed with the abundance of natural treasures, and there are national parks, safaris and places to relax on the beaches.

The domesticated crocodiles of Paga

Paga village locals managed to domesticate crocodiles - they live and bathe side by side, and not one villager (or a croc) has ever been harmed! In fact, the souls of deceased locals are said to live…

The fancy coffins of Ghana

Kane Kwei Carpentry workshop set a tradition of creating fancy coffins that resemble one's occupation or interest during his life - a coffin can look like a gun, shoe, snail, coca-cola bottle, a…

Tengzug shrines of Tallensi

Tallensi people of Tongo in Northern Ghana have colorful traditions and interesting shrines. The main shrine in Tengzug requires a pilgrim to enter topless and witness the ritual sacrifice, if the…