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The Beauty of Ghana’s Culture and History

MVJ provides workshops, seminars, and conferences that bring African life before slavery to life through historians, interactive discussions, story-telling and more. Ghana is a land of Ancient Kingdoms and Civilizations with a history that stretches back to powerful West African empires like the Ghana Empire, Mali, and Songhai. Within present-day Ghana, the Ashanti Kingdom rose as one of the most formidable and sophisticated precolonial states in Africa, known for its wealth in gold, intricate governance, and symbolic art. The Golden Stool, a sacred symbol of unity and authority, is still revered as the spiritual heart of the Ashanti people. Akyem Abuakwa is another traditional kingdom dating back to the 16th century, its capital is Kyebi. The central region is deeply rooted in culture and traditions. These are some of the reasons why Mountian View Journey host annual tours to Ghana, Ghana is known as the gateway to Africa!

Ghana is a tapestry of over 100 ethnic groups, each with their own languages, festivals, music, and customs. From the Akan, Ewe, and Ga-Dangme in the south, to the Mole-Dagbani and Gurunsi in the north, cultural diversity thrives. Kente cloth, originally from the Ashanti and Ewe peoples, is one of the most visually striking symbols of Ghanaian identity — with each color and pattern carrying deep meaning related to values like courage, purity, or prosperity.

The country hosts many vibrant festivals and ceremonies that honor ancestors, celebrate harvests, and preserve history. Events like: Odwira (Ashanti purification festival) and Panafest (Pan-African cultural celebration). These are not only community gatherings but profound expressions of history, spirituality, and collective memory.

Ghana's coastline bears the scars and stories of the transatlantic slave trade, with forts like Elmina and Cape Coast Castles standing as somber reminders of both tragedy and the enduring spirit of African resilience. Ghana was the first African country to gain independence from colonial rule in 1957 under the leadership of Kwame Nkrumah, a moment that inspired decolonization movements across the continent.

Music in Ghana is inseparable from daily life — from the soul-stirring beats of traditional drums like the talking drum to contemporary highlife, hiplife, and Afrobeats. Storytelling through Ananse stories — folktales of the cunning spider — has passed down wisdom for generations, embodying Ghana’s rich oral tradition.

Ghana is famously known as the “Gateway to Africa” not just because of geography, but the open-hearted hospitality of its people. The principle of “Ubuntu” — the belief in a shared humanity — radiates through social customs, respect for elders, and community solidarity.

 city in Ghana, is making strides towards sustainable urban development through various initiatives and partnerships. The Smart Sustainable Cities and Historical Heritage Secretariat has been instrumental in developing a blueprint for smart Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) cities in Ghana and the sub-region. This includes the establishment of partnerships, engagement with community partners, and the design and implementation of catalyst projects relevant to the community vision.

Kyebi's journey towards becoming a smart cultural peri-urban community is a testament to the city's dedication to leveraging its resources and fostering a sustainable future. 

Ghana faces a significant housing crisis, in urban and rural areas, with rapid urbanization and population growth outstripping the availability of housing. This has led to overcrowding in existing structures and the growth of informal settlements. Rural areas also grapple with housing quality issues. Mountain View Journey is working with local architects, realtors, and local authorities to research best ways to invest in quality attainable homes. We are looking to partner with local developers along with local and international investors. 

Mountain View Journey’s Tours to Ghana, also know as the Gateway to Africa, help to build a cross-boarder ecosystem supporting the Sankofa, the identity, the confident future and equity for members of the African Diaspora through cultural immersion, tourism, and community engagement. This opens a door that swings both ways with knowledge, education and investment in Ghana's community and economic development efforts.