Things to do in Kumasi

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A Dy in Kumasi Kumasi is one of the popular cities in Ghana known for its rich cultural heritage and resources, unified by the Golden stool. The Ashanti Kingdom is a constitutionally protected sub-national traditional state, considered one of the most powerful in the history of Gold Coast (Ghana). Kumasi is about a five hours drive from Accra. On this trip, guests would visit the Manhyia Palace, the Okomfo Anokye Sword Site, and the Prempeh II Museum to learn about the history of the people of Ashanti and how the Kings used politics to rule. This tour is more focused on the authenticity of the culture and how it has been preserved for all generations to experience. Bonwire Kente Weaving Village Kente is a local cloth inspired by “Ananse” (the spider), discovered by 2 hunter brothers from Bonwire, one of the leading Kente weaving locations in Ghana. It is woven on a horizontal strip loom, which produces a narrow band of cloth about four inches wide, carefully arranged and hand-sewn together to create a cloth. The Kente cloth is intended as a form of communication through the different patterns, designs and colours they come with. It is worn on special occasions like festivals, weddings, naming ceremonies and the enstoolment of traditional rulers. Manhyia Palace Museum Guests would visit the official residence/seat of the King of the Ashantis, and the administrative headquarters of the Ashanti Kingdom, the Manhyia Palace. The palace was built by the British in 1925 to replace the original palace that was destroyed during the Yaa Asantewaa war to welcome Prempeh I from exile in Seychelles Island. The palace holds statues of previous Ashanti Kings and some of the original furniture that were used. The Manhyia Palace generally reminds and informs guests about the history and traditional values of the Ashantis. Okomfo Anokye Sword Site Guests would visit the Okomfo Anokye Sword site, which harbors an unmovable Sword planted by a high priest called Okomfo Anokye almost 300 years ago. He is believed to have warned that the Ashanti Kingdom is bound to collapse once the sword is removed from its current spot and there have been failed attempts to take it. The site was predicted by Okomfo Anokye to be a healing place and it is now where the Okomfo Anokye Teaching Hospital is situated. The site was also where the famous Golden Stool of Ashanti Kingdom was commanded. Prempeh II Jubilee Museum Prempeh II Jubilee Museum, centered in the Kumasi Centre for National and Cultural, was established by Nana Prempeh II in 1984. It is a national workshop for crafts, art performances and museum where guests would get to learn more about the lifestyle and beliefs of the Ashantis. The museum also has a collection of the Ashanti Cultural artifacts that carry a lot of history and heritage. It houses some personal effects of Prempeh II like his war attire, equipment for dining and bathing, jewelries, protective amulets and many others.

Visit the Manhyia Palace, one of the most significant historical and cultural landmarks in Kumasi, Ghana. Learn about the Ashanti people and their rich history at the palace museum. The Manhyia Palace is the official residence of the Asantehene, the king of the Ashanti people. Constructed in 1925 by the British, the palace was initially built as a gift for the then-exiled King Prempeh I upon his return to Kumasi. The palace is located in the heart of Kumasi, a city that serves as the capital of the Ashanti Region and the cultural hub of the Ashanti people. Architecturally, the palace is a blend of traditional Ashanti designs with colonial British influences. The white and red-bricked structure, surrounded by lush gardens, reflects both the historical relationship between the Ashanti people and the British colonial administration, as well as the local architectural style that emphasizes grandeur and respect for tradition. Within the palace grounds is the Manhyia Palace Museum, which is open to the public and houses a large collection of artifacts, relics, and historical documents that tell the story of the Ashanti people. Exhibits include photographs, regalia, royal paraphernalia, and the thrones of past kings. Learn about the rich history of the Ashanti Kingdom, its complex political system, its role in the resistance against British colonization, and the cultural traditions that continue to be passed down through generations.

Discover the significance of the Golden Stool, also known as the Sika Dwa Kofi, on a guided tour of the Ashanti Kingdom. Learn about the history of the stool and its role in the region's cultural heritage. Hear the story of Komfo Anokye, a high priest and co-founder of the Ashanti Kingdom, who is said to have conjured the Golden Stool from the sky in the late 17th century. Learn about the deep spiritual significance of the stool, which is believed to house the soul of the Ashanti nation. Discover how it is central to the identity, unity, and sovereignty of the Ashanti people. Hear how the stool is revered and kept under strict protection in the royal palace. Learn about its role in traditional ceremonies and festivals, such as the Adae Kese, where it is brought out to honor the ancestors and the gods. Discover how the Golden Stool has been a symbol of resistance against colonial rule. Hear how the Ashanti people successfully defended the stool against British attempts to seize it during the War of the Golden Stool in 1900.