Greater Accra
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Greater Accra is the region of Ghana surrounding the capital city of Accra
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Kokobrite Beach Just a short drive outside of Accra, the beach is known for its relaxed atmosphere. It has a fishing community and several Western hostels, bars, restaurants, and guest houses on the beach. Big Milly's Backyard hosts most of the tourists, serves moderately priced meals, a decent bar and has events at night including a drumming show and Reggae Night.
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Within Greater Accra Region the most common way of public transport is the tro-tro, a minivan with 15-23 seats and fixed lines and stations (but without any printed map or plan to look up the routes). The main stations in Accra are Circle (Nkrumah Circle), Kaneshi and Tema Station. From "Circle" Tro-Tros are going to the northern areas (37, Madina/Adenta/Legon, Achimota/La Paz, Pig Farm/New Town), the eastern ares (Labadi, Teshi) as well as to the city center (Tudu Station, Tema Station and Kaneshi). From Kaneshi you get Tro-Tros to the western parts of Accra (Malam Junction, Weija, Kasua) as well as to Cape Coast and Takoradi. Tema Station is the base for Tro-Tros to the eastern parts of Accra (Labadi, Teshi, Tema) as well as to the Volta Region. Taxis can be found on all major roads in Greater Accra and cost less if they are "shared taxis" which drive along fixed routes.
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Makola Market In the largest market in Accra, you can buy anything from toothbrushes to second hand clothes to Ghanaian cloth. Located within walking distance of Circle, it is the heart of Accra's business district. Beware of crowds and pickpockets after dark especially.
Jamestown Lighthouse Get a great view of the ocean and some of the more interesting parts of Accra. Directly below the tower are shantytowns and grand estates intermingled.
Nkrumah Mausoleum The imposing structure is located near the ocean and the High Courts. It honors the first president of Ghana, Kwame Nkrumah The park and museum of his life are very close to the National Culture Center which is a large craft market. It costs 2GHC to enter.
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Westerners tend to frequent bars in Osu such as Ryan's Irish Pub and Bywel's Bar.
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