What is Kumasi known for?
Kumasi is near Lake Bosomtwe, in a rain forest region, and is the commercial, industrial and cultural capital of the historical Ashanti Empire. Kumasi is alternatively known as “The Garden City” because of its many species of flowers and plants in the past. It is also called Oseikrom (Osei Tutu’s town).
Why is Kumasi called Kumasi?
Kumasi is said to have received its name from the kum tree that Tutu sat under while negotiating the terms for the land. The city was at the center of the empire’s national culture and was home to both the Ashanti imperial palace and the Golden Stool (the symbol of power within the empire).
Which part of Ghana is Ashanti Region?
south Ghana
The Ashanti Region is located in south Ghana and it is the third largest of 16 administrative regions, occupying a total land surface of 24,389 km2 (9,417 sq mi) or 10.2 percent of the total land area of Ghana.
Is Kumasi Ghana safe?
Crime rates in Kumasi, Ghana
| Level of crime | 35.00 | Low |
|---|---|---|
| Problem people using or dealing drugs | 43.18 | Moderate |
| Problem property crimes such as vandalism and theft | 36.36 | Low |
| Problem violent crimes such as assault and armed robbery | 52.27 | Moderate |
| Problem corruption and bribery | 79.55 | High |
Where is the Ashanti tribe located?
Ghana
Today, most Ashanti live in the Ashanti Region of Ghana. They are primarily farmers, growing cocoa for export and yams, plantains, and other produce for local consumption.
Is Ghana expensive?
The survey report published by MoveHub, an Independent website, Ghana ranks among 20 other nations the world over considered as the most expensive to reside in. The report said MoveHub based its assessment on a range of costs such as the price of groceries, transport, bills, restaurants and rents.