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Elmina is one of towns in Ghana situated some 20 km south-west of Cabo Corso and 180 km from Accra. It has a population of 25,600 people. Many people visit Elmina each year to take a look at its famous castles.

The closest airport Takoradi (IATA: TKD) is about 70 km away.

Places to see in Elmina

1. Elmina Castle
Elmina Castle was erected by Portugal in 1482 as São Jorge da Mina (St. George of the Mine) Castle, also known simply as Mina or Feitoria da Mina) in present-day Elmina, Ghana (formerly the Gold Coast). It was the first trading post built on the Gulf of Guinea, so is the oldest European building in existence below the Sahara.

If you have seen everything in Elmina already, take a look on the outskirts of the town. If you are around, try one of the following places:

Also, check out the photographs of other travellers of the area.

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Elmina Castle

Elmina Castle was erected by Portugal in 1482 as São Jorge da Mina

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Coconut Grove Beach Resort

starting $135

Marrets International Hotel - Express

starting $35

Best Western Plus Atlantic Hotel

starting $117

Coconut Grove Beach Resort

starting $0

Stellar Lodge

starting $94

Coconut Grove Bridge House

starting $65

Elmina Beach Resort

starting $145

Hotel Loreto

starting $28

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