Ghana: Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, Independence Arch & Skybar 25

On our last full day in Ghana, we visited Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park where he and his wife (Fathia Kkrumah) are buried. Growing up, my parents talked about Dr. Kwame Nkrumah so much. Dr. Nkrumah was the first Prime Minister and President of Ghana and led the Gold Coast (now known as Ghana) to independence from the British in 1957. To put things in perspective as to how young Ghana really is ... my dad is older than Ghana.

I knew that I had to visit his Memorial Park while I was in Accra. He is a legend in Ghana and I couldn't help but feel an immense amount of pride touring his museum and reading about all that he accomplished to help make Ghana what it is today. There is a museum on the site that has tons of interesting tidbits about Dr. Kwame and although you are unable to take pictures in the museum it is definitely worth a visit.

His statue had actually been decapitated which is the reason why only his head is in the below picture.

















After that we toured the Independence Arch which I believe go hand
in hand with visiting Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park.

We also checked out the Black Star Square where Sean was approached by a teacher who told him that his students wanted to take a picture with him; and if he would allow it. It was honestly the sweetest and cutest thing I’ve seen in a while. After I snapped the pictures all of the kids (one by one) gave Sean high fives and the biggest smiles. As is customary whenever a trip ends we ask the other what their favorite memory of the trip was. I’m sure you know what Sean’s response was.

After our exploring was done we went back to our hotel to relax by the pool.
Peanuts and plantain chips are my new jam.

For dinner, we went to Skybar 25 which is a gorgeous roof top restaurant. It turns into a nightclub on the weekends and I heard it’s really good. Unfortunately we were not able to experience it as we left Ghana on Friday. Duly noted for our next trip to Ghana.

After dinner we went back to FatFish and had a few drinks before calling it a night.

The following morning we slept in and then went to Marina Shopping Mall and had lunch. It was here that I made the observation that we had only seen Burger King and KFC whilst in Ghana. I love that fast food is so limited here.

Accra has also expanded since the last time I visited and it was awesome to see all the new businesses being built.

While in Ghana, I noticed that there were two things I always wanted to see. A baby wrapped to its momma's back or anyone leveling anything above their head. It was pure happiness whenever I saw both at one time. On our last day in Ghana I finally got up the courage to ask to take a picture and it's one of my most favorite pictures of the trip.

After exploring for a little bit we went back to the hotel to relax by the pool. We were flying out in several hours so the front desk was holding on to our luggage. We were even invited to attend a complimentary cocktail hour by the staff which was really nice and so unexpected. I can't say it enough but the service at the Accra Marriott was top notch.

Before we said our final goodbyes, I made sure to take a few pictures of the art all around the hotel. As I’ve gotten older I’ve really begun to appreciate art and can seriously sit and stare for as long as I’m allowed.

This trip to Ghana was simply amazing and I cannot wait to go back. Sean loved it so much too so I know this will be a trip that we'll continue to take more over the years. I can't really put into words how much this trip meant to me so I'll just hold it close to my heart and just be grateful that I was able to experience it the way I was.

I hope you're all having a wonderful week! Happy Thursday! ♥