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Elmina Castle

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Elmina Castle is a white-washed Medieval Castle on the coast of Ghana. It was the first – and for many centuries – the largest, European building …

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Sep 18, 2024
Elmina Castle, in Ghana, was built by the Portuguese to protect the gold trade in 1482. Although the castle had different ownership over time, from the Portuguese, to the Dutch, and finally the Briti… Full review by Adventure40115953224
Sep 5, 2024
If you are interested in the history of slavery, Elmina Castle is a must see. This is not a joyful experience, but yet one that is a worthwhile visit. The Castle was the largest of the several slav… Full review by CaliforniaTraveler37
Sep 2, 2024
This castle is a strangely European piece of architecture reflecting the Portuguese, Swedes, Danes, Dutch and British that successively exploited this piece of Africa. It is amazingly well preserved … Full review by liverpool1023
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Answer by Mr T · Jul 3, 2024
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Hi , please would you recommend Elmina Castle as a tourist destination? and why? and how can i travel from spain to there
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Answer by Mr T · Jul 2, 2024
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Did you experience or see anything that shows that it's true that people have suffered there before?
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The structure of the place and the storytelling from the guides set the imagination stirring. Especially the hole where they forced the slaves through!
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Answer by David W · Apr 13, 2023
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Please what were your experience when you visied the Elmina Castle
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The El Mina “Castle” (actually a fortress/slave dungeon) was very impactful. The guides are very knowledgeable and tell the story clearly and passionately. It was heartbreaking but …
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The El Mina “Castle” (actually a fortress/slave dungeon) was very impactful. The guides are very knowledgeable and tell the story clearly and passionately. It was heartbreaking but very educational and a fascinating experience that I HIGHLY recommend. If you can only visit one “castle” this is the one.
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How long a drive from Accra and if I get there at 12noon when can I enter 2 people?
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In normal traffic about two hours and if you looking for souvenirs or something to eat you can find places nearby.
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