Things to See

Gingana Mountain & Rock Art

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

White Volta River Rapids

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

Kpatiritinga Rock Art & Granaries

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

NaYiri Palace

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

Buyuori Cave

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

Tanfiok-Naamaa Rock Paintings

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