Manhyia Palace

Manhyia Palace is a royal residence in Kumasi with Ashanti architectural features, including carved decorations and spaces designed for ceremonies. The building also contains a museum section with collections that document history and traditions.

The palace was built in 1925 during colonial times to serve as a residence for a returning Ashanti ruler. The building blends European construction styles with the meaning it held for the Ashanti people.

The palace displays royal craftwork, clothing, and personal items belonging to Ashanti rulers that visitors can see in the museum section. This collection gives a sense of what royal life and the ceremonial practices of the Ashanti people looked like.

The building is open to visitors most days, with guided tours helping deepen understanding of the rooms and collections. It helps to check opening hours beforehand since these may vary.

The palace still functions as a residence for the ruling monarch and not merely as a museum for tourists. This keeps the place living and in regular use for actual royal ceremonies and gatherings.

Location: Kumasi

Inception: 1925

GPS coordinates: 6.70348,-1.61579

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:23