Africa Eye Tours- Kumasi, Ghana
The CEO of Africa Eye masterfully arranged a vibrant, fun, and enriching walking tour throughout the area. Our group lodged at the CSIR guest house located on the grounds of Kumasi Technical University. This bed and breakfast felt like a home away from home. The grounds were peaceful and situated away from the noise of the main road. The exterior was surrounded by green trees and serenity. Inside you will find the rooms to be cozy and neat. Likewise, the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. Not to mention that the hot breakfast there was a healthy and delicious way to start the day. A truly enjoyable experience.
After a much-needed night's rest and breakfast, our group caught a Bolt car into the heart of town. Bolt is a fast and convenient way to navigate through Kumasi. I highly suggest downloading the app and using that mode of transport there. Please keep on hand enough Ghana Cedis, which is the local currency. This will help you pay your driver and for virtually everything you will need on your journey. #VitalAlert
Our first stop was at the Armed Forces Museum. Upon approaching this quaint building located on Steward Avenue, I thought to myself, "This is an interesting place." Its exterior is landscaped with military tanks of all sizes and colors. It sits securely near Uaddara Barracks, where you can see real-life armed soldiers just a few blocks ahead. Between 1952 and 1953 the British Government turned this previous military fortress into a museum. This museum contains artifacts, equipment, and other items used during the British-Asante War of 1990 and the Second World War. The museum is open from 8am to 5pm Monday-Friday excluding holidays. This is a #MustStop for all history enthusiasts!
After that, our group headed toward the Anokye Sword site. This attraction was about a 10-minute walk from the Armed Forces Museum. It is easy to get a bit turned around using Google Maps, please consider using #AfricaEyeTours professional services to help you map your route beforehand. The Anokye Sword Site is located on the grounds of a Teaching Hospital. Rumor has it that many people have tried to remove the sword from the ground but could not. It has been plunged into the earth for over 300 years! The site is very small, it contains pictures of various rulers of the Ashanti Kingdom. There were also traditional stools and a sword there to further immerse you in history. Be mindful that taking photos of the sword itself is not permitted. However, other photo opportunities exist. Check out my pictures below.
To conclude our tour of Kumasi, our group visited the Zoo. This fun stop included pythons, monkeys, turtles, birds, and alligators. We even stopped and took a rest under a bat-filled tree! From there, we requested another Bolt to the Manhyia Palace Museum. This place is an absolute treasure. It was first built in 1925 and then later turned into a museum in 1955. The guides there are experts on the inauguration and customs of the Asante Kingdom. Inside you will find war artifacts, original furniture, drums, diagrams of the kingdom's successors, and life-size wax figures of King Prempeh I and others. The painstaking work that went into preserving the culture, struggles, and heritage of this Kingdom is astounding. I was equally impressed and enriched. This is another #MustStop.
The Africa Eye Kumasi Tour was a memorable, fascinating, and fun excursion. With a trusted guide like Africa Eye, there was plenty to see and explore there. I had such a wonderful time. Please do not hesitate to contact them at Africaeyegh@gmail.com or head over to their website at www.Africaeyetours.com to book a tour today. Their professionalism, experience, and attention to detail are second to none. Until next time, Happy Travels!
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