Places of worship in Ghana

Sacred Spaces & Shrines

Explore Ghana's spiritual landscape through this collection of significant religious sites. The list features UNESCO-listed Asante Traditional Buildings, such as the Besease Shrine with its traditional earthen architecture, alongside modern landmarks like the Ghana National Mosque, the second largest in West Africa. From historic Presbyterian churches in Koforidua to the grand Roman Catholic cathedrals in Kumasi and Ho, these sites reflect the country's diverse architectural heritage and long-standing religious traditions.

Sacred Spaces & Shrines — Map

A

Besease Traditional Shrine

A UNESCO World Heritage site representing traditional Asante architecture, featuring earthen walls, thatched roofs, and intricate decorative bas-reliefs.

B

Atia Kusia Kwame Shrine

One of the last remaining Asante Traditional Buildings protected by UNESCO, showcasing indigenous construction methods using wood, bamboo, and mud plaster.

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C

Ghana National Mosque

The Ghana National Mosque is a mosque in Ghana. It is the second largest mosque in West Africa.The mosque was built at a cost of $10 million.

D

Presbyterian Church of Ghana

A prominent Protestant place of worship serving the Presbyterian community in the Volta Region.

E

Victory Christian Centre

A modern Christian worship center located in the Hohoe district.

F

Francis Xavier Catholic Church

The primary cathedral for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Wiawso.

G

Gaddiel Acquaah Methodist Cathedral

A major Methodist landmark in Tarkwa, named in honor of the first African head of the Methodist Church in Ghana.

H

St. Joseph's Cathedral

The seat of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Kumasi, serving as a major center for liturgical celebrations in the Ashanti Region.

I

St Dominic Catholic Church

A significant Roman Catholic cathedral and parish located in the town of Akwatia.

J

Ascension Presby Hall

A large assembly hall and event space belonging to the historic Ascension Presbyterian Church.

K

Ascension Presby Church

A historic Presbyterian church in Koforidua known for its central role in the city's religious history.

L

Christ the King Cathedral

The cathedral seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Sunyani.

M

Sacred Heart Catholic Cathedral

The principal cathedral of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Ho, serving as a spiritual hub for the Volta Region.

N

St. Michael Co-Cathedral

A Roman Catholic co-cathedral located in the coastal town of Keta.

O

Catholic Church

A Roman Catholic place of worship serving the community of Dunkwa-on-Offin.

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