Bolgatanga
Ghana · Upper East RegionGH
Town in Upper East Region, Ghana
Bolgatanga , colloquially known as Bolga, is a town and also the capital of the Bolgatanga Municipal and the Upper East Region of Ghana. It shares a border to the north with Burkina Faso. Bolgatanga is 161 km (100 mi) to the north of Tamale. The town lies in the Red Volta Valley, with the White Volta and the cliffs of the Gambaga escarpment to the south of the town forming the southern boundary of the Upper East Region. As of 2021, the town has a population of about 142,509 people constituting females (74,659), representing 52.4 % than males (67,850) constituting 47.6 %. Some ethnic groups who lived in large qualities in Bolgatanga are Frafra, Daghati, Akan, Ewe, and Ga-Adangbe. The current mayor of the town is Rex Asanga. The Municipal occupies a land size of 334 Km2 with a population density of 418.7 persons per square kilometer.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 89,255
- Coordinates
- 10.786, -0.851
- Timezone
- Africa/Ouagadougou
- Elevation
- 177 m
Overview of Bolgatanga
Located in Upper East Region, Ghana, Bolgatanga is best described as a compact city. With 89,255 residents, it is easy to gauge its scale. The northern hemisphere setting is worth noting when you pick dates. Which shapes the pace of a visit. Our data highlights culture, water sports and nature above everything else.
Things to do in Bolgatanga
Culture in Bolgatanga
(11)On the culture side, Bolgatanga offers Architectural Buildings, Cathedrals, Churches, Docks and Fountains. Everything listed here comes from what Bolgatanga is actually tagged with. There are 11 tagged experiences in this group.
Water Sports in Bolgatanga
(5)The water sports shortlist for Bolgatanga: Jet Skiing, Paddle, Paddleboarding, Rafting and Windsurfing. All of it is drawn from Bolgatanga's recorded activities. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Nature in Bolgatanga
(4)Looking for nature? Bolgatanga has Desert, Gardens, Geological Formations and Islands. Each one is worth building half a day around. This reflects only what is documented for Bolgatanga.
Sports in Bolgatanga
(3)Sports in Bolgatanga covers Biking, Running and Skateboard. Each one is worth building half a day around. This reflects only what is documented for Bolgatanga.
Adventure in Bolgatanga
(2)The adventure shortlist for Bolgatanga: Adventure Parks and Parachute. It is a direct read of Bolgatanga's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Nightlife in Bolgatanga
(2)On the nightlife side, Bolgatanga offers Clubs and Festival. It is a direct read of Bolgatanga's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Shopping in Bolgatanga
(1)On the shopping side, Bolgatanga offers Shopping. It is a direct read of Bolgatanga's activity profile. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Best time to visit Bolgatanga
Year-round, the indoor and evening side of Bolgatanga still delivers. For anything on snow, December to February is the season. Outdoor exploring is easiest in April to June and September to October. For anything on or in the water, aim for June to September.
Getting there & around
Public transport from Upper East Region reaches Bolgatanga without much detour. Bolgatanga runs on Africa/Ouagadougou time.
Similar destinations
Places near Bolgatanga that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Bolgatanga known for?
- In Upper East Region, Ghana, Bolgatanga stands out for culture, water sports and nature. That mix defines the typical visit to this 89,255-strong destination.
- What can you do in Bolgatanga?
- Options in Bolgatanga run to Architectural Buildings, Cathedrals, Churches, Docks and Fountains — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit Bolgatanga?
- Year-round, the indoor and evening side of Bolgatanga still delivers. For anything on snow, December to February is the season. Outdoor exploring is easiest in April to June and September to October. For anything on or in the water, aim for June to September.
- Where is Bolgatanga located?
- You will find Bolgatanga in Upper East Region, Ghana. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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