Elmina, Historic coastal settlement in Central Region, Ghana
Elmina extends along the Atlantic Ocean with a large fishing harbor and two prominent European fortifications standing on its peninsular shores.
The Portuguese constructed Elmina Castle in 1482 as the first European building south of the Sahara, initially serving as a gold trading post.
The Bakatue Festival takes place annually on July's first Tuesday, marking the beginning of the fishing season with traditional ceremonies.
The Elmina Fishing Harbor functions as one of Ghana's primary fish landing locations, supporting local fishermen and regional commerce.
The castle dungeons contained separate holding areas where captured individuals underwent physical examinations before transportation across the Atlantic.
Location: Komenda/Edina/Eguafo/Abirem Municipal District
Website: https://keeama.gov.gh
GPS coordinates: 5.08333,-1.35000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:55
Elmina Castle
209 m
Fort Coenraadsburg
188 m
Castillo de San Jorge de la Mina
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Fort Victoria
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Elmina Java Museum
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Nduom Sports Stadium
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Fort William Lighthouse
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St. Francis de Sales Cathedral
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Fort McCarthy
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Fort Java
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Elmina Castle Museum
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Bethel Methodist Church
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Fort William
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Christ Church Cathedral
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Nagtglas House
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Viala House
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Quayson House
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Mount Pleasant House
490 m
C.H. Bartels House
402 m
Government Garden Gate
792 m
Plange House
442 m
Van Dyke House
325 m
Elmina Watchtower
724 m
Bridge House
97 m
Fort Beekestein
603 m
Last House
67 mReviews
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