Discover Ghana’s North East Region

An impressive 100km long line of cliffs that form the northern boundary of the North East region.

This unique architectural wonder in Wulugu has an intriguing mystical and spiritual backstory.

We have more questions than answers about these clay statuettes left behind by settlers over 1000 years ago.

This exciting, raucous annual event is celebrated in most Mamprusi communities across the region in remembrance of an old legend.

These mysterious and well-preserved remains of an ancient settlement on the Gambaga Escarpment were discovered in 1961.

Built in the 1700s by a legendary Mamprusi king to defend the capital of Nalerigu against raiders.

This beautiful point along the Gambaga Scarp looks out over the White Volta River and is the site of ancient rock carvings and paintings.

Just north of Gambaga, the massive White Volta roars as it squeezes through rocks.

One of the most recent and impressive discoveries of rock art and centuries-old adobe structures along the Gambaga Escarpment.

The chief’s palace in Nalerigu, the traditional seat of the overlord of Mamprugu is a center of cultural activities in the region.

This large, natural cavern can be explored by hiking east from Yikpabongo.

Researchers believe these pre-historic rock paintings of hunters and animals may date back to the Stone Age.

Held every six days, thousands come from all over to trade goods and livestock in the region’s largest market.

This group of rock outcrops is a short hike from Nalerigu and great for bouldering and exploring.