Ghana

Capital: Accra

Ghana gained sovereignty on 6 March 1957, becoming the first colony in sub-Saharan Africa to do so.
Lake Volta covers about 8,502 square km, making it the largest reservoir in the world by surface area.
The canopy walkway at Kakum National Park has seven bridges and sits about 40 metres above the forest floor.
Elmina Castle, dated to 1482, is described as the oldest European building in West Africa.

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