Fort Apollonia

#34 among destinations in Ghana

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Fort Apollonia is a fort in Beyin, Ghana. The name Apollonia was given to the area by a Portuguese explorer who sighted the place on the Feast of Saint Apollonia, 9 February. ()

Alternative names: Built: 1768 (256 years ago)Coordinates: 5°0'0"N, 2°38'42"W

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WesternGhana

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Fort Apollonia – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Nzulezo.

3.5 miNE
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Nzulezo
91 min walk • Nzulezo is a village located near the village of Beyin, 90 kilometers west of Takoradi, in the Jomoro District jomoro the Western Region of Ghana. Nzulezu overlooks Lake Tadane, and is entirely made up of stilts and platforms. In 2000, it was nominated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is a major tourist attraction area.