Places worth your time in Upper West, each one checked against a named source.
Ghana4 attractions found in Upper West
Nature & WildlifeWechiau · Upper West
A community-run sanctuary on the Black Volta protecting one of Ghana's two remaining hippopotamus populations.
The best time to visit the Wechiau Community Hippopotamus Sanctuary is during the dry season, spanning from November to March. This window offers the highest probability of clear wildlife viewing and smooth travel conditions.
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Culture, Heritage & FamilyGwollu · Upper West
A nineteenth-century earthen wall built around Gwollu to protect the town from slave raiders.
The best time to visit the Gwollu Slave Defence Wall is during the dry, cooler months from November to February, when travel roads are easier to navigate and outdoor exploration is most.
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Culture, Heritage & FamilyWa · Upper West
The mud-brick palace of the Wa Naa, overlord of the Wala Traditional Area, in the centre of Wa.
The Wa Naa's Palace is fully operational and open to visitors all year round.While weather patterns and festivals create peak travel windows, the palace doors do not close to the public. You can visit on any day of the year that suits your schedule.
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Culture, Heritage & FamilyNakore · Upper West
An ancient earthen mosque in the village of Nakore, south-west of Wa.
The best time to visit the Nakore Mosque is during the dry season, from November to March.
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