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Bekwai

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Town in Ashanti Region, Ghana

Bɛkwae (Bekwai) is a town and the capital of the Bekwai Municipal, a municipality in the Ashanti Region of Ghana. Bekwai is the seventy-ninth most populous settlement in Ghana, with a population of 7,267 people as of 2013. Bekwai and Bekwai Municipal are south of Kumasi and north of Obuasi. As of 2021, the mayor of the municipal is Hon. Kwaku Kyei Baffour.

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Population
4,260
Coordinates
6.452, -1.579
Timezone
Africa/Accra
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Overview of Bekwai

Bekwai — a village in Ashanti Region, Ghana — is worth a place on your map. Its resident count stands at approximately 4,260. And it shows in how much there is to see. Its strongest draws are culture. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere.

Things to do in Bekwai

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Culture in Bekwai

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Looking for culture? Bekwai has Fountains and Mines. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Bekwai.

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Getting there & around

Bekwai rewards a slow approach — a hub in Ashanti Region, then a short road or trail. Set your clock to Africa/Accra on arrival.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Bekwai known for?
Travellers associate Bekwai with culture. It sits in Ashanti Region, Ghana and counts about 4,260 residents.
What can you do in Bekwai?
Bekwai is tagged with Fountains and Mines, which is enough to structure a first visit.
Where is Bekwai located?
Bekwai belongs to Ashanti Region, Ghana, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.

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