Historic Forts of Ahanta West

Explore Ghana's World Heritage forts and colonial history

Fort Batenstein
Established by the Dutch in 1656, Fort Batenstein overlooks the estuary of the Butre River. This historic fort played a …
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Fort Dorothea
Built by Brandenburgers in 1685, Fort Dorothea in Akwidaa is now in partial ruins. This historic fortification represent …
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Fort Gross Friedrichsburg
Built by Brandenburgers in 1683, this fort served as the German headquarters in Africa. Located in Prince's Town (Pokesu …
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Fort Metal Cross
Completed by the British in 1698, Fort Metal Cross in Dixcove dominates the fishing village from a bluff. It served as a …
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