It's about time

It's confirmed. I will be flying back this coming Monday.

Aksombo Dam

Here's the hydroelectric dam that produces much of Ghana's electricity. The ensuing lake created by the dam is the largest man-made lake in west Africa.

Lake Volta

Wli waterfall

Wli waterfall is reputably the highest waterfall in west Africa. it consists of a easily accessible lower fall and a harder to reach upper fall. It takes about 2 hrs to trek up to the upper fall and the climb really drives home the need for me to get some exercise in when I'm back. But anyway it was worth the effort and time to climb up to the upper fall. as you approach the fall, the sound of water roaring down the falls reaches you first. Gradually the fall comes into sight. What a sight it was! and a nice dip in the pool to wash off all the sweat from the exertion of the climb. What more can you ask for?

Can you see it?

Upper falls

Lower fall

Boy

Getaway (3) - Butre beach

Spent the Christmas period at this excellent beachside resort at the town of Butre.

Rented this fishing boat to take us out to sea. Had some hairy moments trying to board the boat as the waves were really big.

Pics of the beach

Getaway (2) - Kakum National Park

The main attraction here is the canopy walk. The walk is not too expensive and its a rather interesting way to see a rainforest. Not sure how it compares with the tree-top walk in Singapore. Has anyone tried that yet? Anyway meet some 'obrunis' along the way and we ended up having lunch together.

Obrunis

Getaway (2) - Fort Gago

Fort Gago is located near St George's Castle in Elmina. It has an interesting story. The Dutch had for years been trying to take over the Castle from the Portuguese by attacking from the sea. But those attempts were largely unsuccessful till the local population decided to assist the Dutch. They led the Dutch through a overland route to attack the Castle. The Dutch arrived on the hill where the current Fort Gago stood and found it to be overlooking the Castle. They placed cannons there, forcing the Portuguese to surrender. To ensure that no one else can take over the Castle as easily as they did, the Dutch constructed a Fort on that hill.

Getaway (2) - Elmina town

Some pictures of the town of Elmina.