ATTRACTIONS & EXCURSIONS IN THE
NORTHERN REGION
Mole National Park
4840km 2 of Savannah and rocky outcrops that are home to 93 species of mammals, including herds of elephant, buck and small plains game. The occasionally lion and leopard can be seen resting after a kill, and the range of birdlife (approximately 300 species) is considerable.
Larabanga Mosque
A 13th century Mosque, believed to be first built by Moorish traders, it is one of the holiest sites in Ghana. Its distinctive facade has been widely photographed. Larabanga Mystery Stone Nearby is a mysterious boulder that is the subject of a splendid local legend.
Daboya 67km west of Tamale, Daboya is a 16th century town from the Gonja kingdom, and a famous source for hand-made textiles.
Nalerigu Defence Wall
Said to be built in the 16th century to protect Nalerigu (120km from 'Bolga') from slave raiders, this has now been recognised as part of the Slave Route.
Salaga - The Slave Route is recognised at Salaga, where the trans-Saharan caravans paused in Salaga market. Leg pegs can still be seen in the market place.
Yendi 96km east of Tamale, Yendi was part of a 19th century German settlers. Many of the Germans who died in battle with the Dagomba people are buried in the cemetery. The grave of the slave raider Batafu is said to be near here. |
