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Ghana

Fort Elize Carthago

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Fort Elize Carthago, Dutch colonial fort at Ankobra River, Ghana.

Fort Elize Carthago stands on a hill at the mouth of the Ankobra River, offering views across the Gulf of Guinea coastline.

The Dutch West India Company constructed Fort Elize Carthago in 1702 to protect trade routes and collect tolls from vessels using the Ankobra River.

The fort emerged following a request from the local Azane people, marking a period of cooperation between Dutch traders and coastal communities.

Visitors can reach the fort ruins through a pathway starting at the Ankobra Beach Hotel, with guided tours available throughout the year.

Archaeological excavations conducted in 1999 and 2011 revealed artifacts from the fort's brief operational period before its destruction by John Conny in 1712.

Part of: Dutch Gold Coast

GPS coordinates: 4.89500,-2.26800

Latest update: March 5, 2025 08:33

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