| Central Region | ||
| Location | ||
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| Statistics | ||
| Regional Minister | Ama Benyiwa-Doe | |
| Capital | Cape Coast | |
| Area | 9,826 km² Ranked 8th |
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| Population 2000 Census 1984 Census |
Ranked 8th 1,593,823 1,142,335 |
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| Districts | 13 | |
| ISO 3166-2 | GH-CP | |
The Central Region is one of Ghana's ten administrative regions. It is bordered by the Ashanti and Eastern regions to the north, Western region to the west, Greater Accra region to the east, and to the south by the Atlantic Ocean.
The Central Region of Ghana comprises the following 17 districts[1]:
The Central Region is a hub of education in Ghana, habouring some of the best schools in the country. The region's economy is dominated by farming and fishing. Cape Coast Castle and Elmina Castle are prominent UNESCO World Heritage sites on the shores this region, a powerful reminder of the evils of the slave trade. The Central Region is a major center for tourism within Ghana and it has some of the most beautiful beaches, national parks (Kakum National Park) and small cities in West Africa. American President Barack Obama made his first international trip to the city of Cape Coast in 2009. It is a land of friendly and welcoming people.
Food The Central Region is well known for its varied Fante cuisine. Kenkey and Fufu are both staples which are both eaten with a variety of sauces, stews, and soups. Seafood is commonly eaten across the region.
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