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ALL WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE COUNTRY GHANA
Ghana is located on the West Coast of Africa, along the Gulf of Guinea on the south and bordered by Cote d lvoire on the West, Togo on the East and Burkina Faso on the North.
Land Area
--- Total area 238,540 sq km (Approxilly the same size as United Kingdom slightly smaller than the entire state of Oregon in the United States.)
Ghana
--- Is divided into ten regions with Accra being the capital city of this affordable Anglophone country.
Population
--- Ghana is appromely 26 plus million people by the UN. Of 2014.
Currency
--- Ghana’s medium of exchange is the cedi (GhC) and Ghana Pesewa (Gp)
Official Language
--- English is the first and the official language of the land.
Religion
--- Christians 69 per cent, Moslim 16 per cent, Traditional 8 per cent, others 7 per cent. Major.
Ethnic Groups
--- Akan 44 per cent, Yoruba 1 per cent, Moshi Dagomba 16 per cent, Ewe 13 per cent, Ga 8 per cent, Guan 3 per cent, European and others 1.5 per cent.
Terrain
--- Behind coastal plain, land rises from Volta river basin to plateau in West. Mountain in Eastern part with savannah in the North. Lowest point is the Atlantic Ocean, 0 meters with highest point being mount Afadjato, 886 meters. Lake Volta in Ghana is the world’s largest artificial lake.
Climate
--- Northern Ghana has a rainy season from April to October. The rest of the year is dry and hot with temperatures up to 38C. In southern Ghana, the rains last from April to June with temperatures ranging between 21C to 32C.
Time
--- Ghana is on Greenwich mean time GMT.
Communication
--- The IDD code for Ghana is +233. Telephone, fax telex and internet café, E-mail services and found in all major towns and in the main hotels.
Governance
--- Parliamentary Democracy.
Main Exports
--- Gold, Cocoa, Timber, Tuna, Bauxite, Oil, Tourism, Diamonds, Aluminum, Manganese, Cashew.
Major Trading Partners
--- United States, Germany, France, United Kingdom, Japan, South Korea, India, South Africa.
Banking And Banking Hours
--- Banks and forex Bureau are available at the Airport and in all main towns.
Mondays
--- Fridays 8.30 --- 1600 hrs. Some of the banks do operate half days on Saturdays.
Entry Visas
--- All visitors are required to have a visa except for citizens of countries belonging to the Economic Community of West African States Ecowas.
Cost of Meals
--- Budget US $ 2-4 dollars, Mid Range US$ 4 -10, Top US$10 and upwards.
Visa Card
--- Visa is accepted in all the banks with ATM withdrawals in Ghana.
Commercial Hours
--- Monday to Friday 0830 to 1700 hrs
What To Wear
--- Light cotton cloth is preferable. A jacket and tie may be required for business meetings and in the main hotels.
Safety in Ghana
--- You are secured in Ghana as a visitor. Crime wave is non existence as Tourist and locals enjoy day and night life to the fullest to their abilities.
Sanitation in Ghana
Democratically Stability
--- Ghana is democratically stable as a sovereign country and our foreign brothers and sisters make Ghana their 2nd home in most times after a well served Tours visitation in Ghana.
Photography
--- Ghana is a photographer’s paradise with so many spectacular sights. Film is available in the main towns however photography is not permitted at the Airport or at military and strategic sites. Also do not photograph local people without their expressed consent.
Medical Facilities
--- Good medical facilities with great reputation are found in all main towns although visitors are recommended to bring with them any drugs they may need regularly.
Health
--- Visitors must be in possession of a current medical certificate showing vaccination against Yellow fever. Malaria is also prevalent in certain parts of the country at certain times o the year and the usual precautions should be taken.
Customs
--- Tourist can bring in person items duty free but for details of Trade, goods and specialist equipment. Please contact the customs Excise and preventive service or the nearest Ghanaian diplomatic Mission.
Visa
--- A valid passport is required by all visitors and a visa except for citizens of Ecowas States. These can be obtained from the nearest Ghanaian Diplomatic Missions and Consulates in the whole world.
Taste of an African Food
--- Experience the true taste of Africa in Ghana in many fine restaurants around the country from roadside stalls and local chop bar to elegant restaurants. Dinning is one of the joys of Ghana. Traditional dishes are presented side by side with cuisine of many other countries and most towns offer a wide selection of great eating experiences. Our farmers and fishermen provides the finest ingredients and our caters combine these with the spices of Africa to provide a tasteful sensation. Whether it is an alfresco picnic or a romantic dinner for two, a local chop bar or an elegant candle lit restaurant, Ghana indeed is an excellent country for your verities of good food.
Music and Laughter
--- The people of Ghana have a passion for music and dance. Music is an important part of every Ghanaians life. Ghana is the home of High life music which is enjoyed throughout Africa and the world. Reflecting the vitality of Africa and the music both traditional and modernity carries forward the spirit of our African continent.
The National Theatre
--- of Ghana in Accra and the cultural centers in the regional capitals provides modern cultural focal points for local people and visitors alike with their wonderful choice plays concert and cultural performances. As Smokey jazz club with traditional syncopation is played from dusk to dawn with the rhythm [f Africa all for the enjoyment of its people.
Ghana home of Artifacts
--- The craftsmen of Ghana have many skills passed down from ancestry to current generation creating the memories of a perfect vacation. Our handicrafts make matchless souvenirs and choice is so wide. Kente the traditional cloth is so synonymous with Ghana. There is other Adinkra Batik, Tie and die, which also feature prominently around the Ashanti region and some part of Ghana. All these are traditional Ghanaian textiles. If you buy these items on the local market, do not forget that bargaining is all part of the fun. Watch our metal smith which still is the methods of their forefathers to crate brass, gold and other metal casting as well as beautiful jewelers. Rattan furniture, Basket ware from Bolgatanga which is practical as well as decorative items, while traditional masks and drains reflect our diverse culture in most villages and towns.

Dear Valued Customer,

Gallup Tours of GHANA finds it truly exciting, outlining our vision and the kind of services that we render to our beloved customers, providing them with leisure and recreational destinations scattered all across the Country-Ghana. Indeed it is our business to satisfy your interest in Ghana as a tourist. Undisputedly we are most privileged to be the tour company to serve you during your visit in Ghana. As in line with our vision, we strive very hard to understand what you exactly need as a tourist and in the end achieve our target of serving you to the best of our ability. Feel free to experience nature with us in Ghana.
Aside Gallup Tours runs a complete service line off
• Booking all her incoming Tourist into Ghana.
• With all arrival dates confirmed, we go ahead to negotiate you into one of the best hotels in city of Accra.
• On the date of your arrival in Ghana our personal meet with at the airport and pick you up into your reserved hotel room.
• Your Adventure begins the next day from the numerous destinations lined up with the appropriate transportation system that it requires.
Whilst you are with us in Ghana, it obviously our duty to cater for all your needs until your departure back into your country. These are the kind of services we try to deliver and believe you will enjoy you sightseeing experience any time you decide to be in Ghana through Gallup Tours. Rely on Gallup Tours to help you discover Ghana’s hidden treasures. Indeed your leisure is our pleasure. Ghana, the land of history and heritage of festivals and culture eagerly awaits your visit any time within the year. Ghana has gained the reputation as the “Friendiest Place” in Africa. Peaceful, modern and historical perfect for holiday makers, families and business travelers. Just make a contact with us in Accra, Ghana for the necessary link up.
AKWAABA!