Visitors to Accra, Ghana’s capital, are often jolted by the mix of a crowded, developing city of 2.7 million, with highways and malls, alongside low-rise bungalow communities where everyone seems to be on their smartphone. Residents live a boisterous small-town life in neighborhoods dating back to the 17th century as cranes and high-rises dot the skyline. Ghanaian officials have worked hard to lure members of the African diaspora to bring their investment dollars here and make a life where race isn’t front and center. Even a brief visit to Accra brings this rich mix to the fore. Follow a visit to a castle where captives waiting to be taken to the New World were held in dank dungeons with a trip to see the Black Star of Africa sitting atop an arch, announcing Ghana’s independence. Not to be missed are a local hotspot where you can dance outdoors and art galleries with the work of local artists who have made a name for themselves on the international scene. Read full article on NY Times.
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