3 Days Ashanti Cultural & Heritage with Naming Ceremony @ Kumasi

The museum showcases a wide array of military equipment, artifacts, and various items utilized during both the British Asante War of 1990 and the Second World War. Additionally, its collections encompass war weaponry, flags, decorations, armored vehicles, portraits, and photographs. This institution serves as a valuable historical resource for tracing the evolution and progress of Ghana from the colonial era to the present day.

An essential highlight of the palace that enhances the enriching experience for tourists is the Manhyia Palace Museum. Despite its modest size, this museum houses a wealth of historic artifacts, war talismans, and other treasures from the Asante Kingdom. It was inaugurated in 1995 as part of the Silver Jubilee celebration commemorating the ascension of the Golden Stool.

While this museum may be compact in size, the included personalized tour, offered with admission, provides a captivating introduction to Ashanti culture and history. Among its exhibits are artifacts associated with Ashanti King Prempeh II, including his war attire, ceremonial garments, jewelry, protective talismans, personal accessories for bathing and dining, furniture, royal emblems, and finely crafted brass weights for gold measurement. Designed to resemble an Ashanti chief's residence, the museum features a front courtyard and walls adorned with traditional carved symbols.

Within its dedicated small museum, you'll find the Komfo Anokye Sword Site, which is the location where the 'immovable' sword, driven into the ground by Okomfo Anokye, is situated.

Discover the art of Kente weaving in Bonwire and explore a local cocoa farm in Bamang — top things to do in Ashanti Region for culture and heritage lovers.

Walk through lush forest trails and see colorful butterflies at Bobiri Sanctuary, one of the most relaxing things to do near Kumasi for nature enthusiasts.

Relax at the scenic Lake Bosomtwe, Ghana’s only natural lake, surrounded by villages and hills — a must-see thing to do in Ashanti Region.

Visit the Yaa Asantewaa Shrine, honoring the legendary queen mother who fought colonial rule — a powerful thing to do in Kumasi for history lovers.

Learn the meaning of Adinkra symbols and try your hand at traditional stamping — an educational and cultural thing to do in Ashanti Region

Cocoa Tour in Bamang, learning how cocoa is grown and processed — two authentic things to do in Ashanti Region.

Traditional Naming Ceremony

Experience a unique Ashanti naming ceremony with music, culture, and tradition — a meaningful thing to do in Kumasi for diaspora visitors.

Discover the craft of wood carving in Ahwiaa, where artisans create stools, masks, and statues — a cultural highlight and popular thing to do near Kumasi.

Explore the bustling Kejetia Market, West Africa’s largest open-air market, filled with crafts, fabrics, and food — one of the liveliest things to do in Kumasi.