Sunday, March 23, 2025 – Photo of the Day – Takoradi, Ghani

Where in the World Are We?

We are in Takoradi, Ghana.

TAKORADI, GHANA
Ghana’s fourth-largest city
Ghana’s fourth-largest city plays serene beaches against a bustling commercial centre. People from around the world visit the shore for its beauty and to enjoy the fresh seafood on the sands.

Frantic city life awaits a short distance inland, where an economy fuelled by Ghana’s oil industry is most apparent in the maze of vendors at Market Circle. Takoradi is also the gateway to the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Elmina and Cape Coast Castle.

SIGHTS
• Takoradi Port
• Market Circle
• Monkey Hill
• Fort Orange
• European Town
• Railway Station
• Bosumtwi Sam Fishing Harbour
• Harbour Bazaar
• Kakum National Park
• Elmina Castle
• Fort San Sebastian
• Bisa Aberwa Museum
• Acquah Bar
• Harbour View Garden
• Cape Coast and Elmina Slave Castles

SHOPPING AND CUISINE
Takoradi offers a vibrant shopping scene that combines traditional markets with modern shopping centers, giving visitors a unique shopping experience. From colorful street markets selling handmade crafts and local goods to upscale boutiques offering designer clothing and accessories, there is something for every type of shopper. Don’t miss the bustling Market Circle, where you can haggle for souvenirs and local produce, or explore the Takoradi Mall for a more upscale shopping experience. Whether you’re looking for traditional Ghanaian textiles or international brands, Sekondi-Takoradi has it all.

The cuisine of Sekondi-Takoradi is as diverse as its culture. Visitors can enjoy a variety of local dishes, such as fufu, a dish of pounded yam served with a variety of sauces, and jollof rice, a spicy rice dish cooked with tomato and spices. In addition, the city is famous for its fresh fish and seafood, which can be enjoyed at the city’s numerous restaurants and street food stalls.

Today’s Excursion – The Twin Cities of Sekondi and Takoradi

We visited the fish market where we viewed ice-making for the fishing boats and the fish market.

We visited a local village and were greeted by the Chief, his elders, and a colorful village band.

We stopped at a local hotel and were entertained by dancers and a band.