Geography
Ghana is in Western Africa, Africa. Its listed coordinates are 8, -2; it has Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast, Togo.
Neighboring countries: Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast, Togo
Africa
Ghana
Ghana is a country in Western Africa. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Accra
- Continent
- Africa
- Region
- Western Africa
- Population
- 33.7 million
- Area
- 238,533 km²
- Currency
- Ghanaian cedi (GHS)
- Official language
- English
- Calling code
- +233
- Internet TLD
- .gh
- Time zone
- UTC
Ghana map preview: 8.00, -2.00
People and Culture
Ghana uses English in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Ghana varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Ghana is recorded with the official name Republic of Ghana. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Accra
- Western Africa cultural and historic sites
- Africa map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Accra
- Time zone data: UTC
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Ghana is grouped under Africa.
- Ghana has a listed area of 238,533 km².
- Ghana is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Ghana
What is the capital of Ghana?
The capital of Ghana is Accra.
What continent is Ghana in?
Ghana is in Africa.
What currency does Ghana use?
Ghana uses the Ghanaian cedi.
What language is spoken in Ghana?
English is listed for Ghana in this database.