Okomfo Anokye's Shrine | About Ghana

60km from Koforidua, this important shrine is dedicated to the legendary priest credited with the founding of the Asante Empire.

Okomfo Anokye, a legendary priest, is credited with founding the great Asante Empire.

A shrine is dedicated to his supernatural exploits at Awukugua-Akwapim.

Scattered throughout the towns on the Akwapim Ridge (A wukugua, Apirede, Amanokrom, Brekuso) mysterious phenomena attributed to this 18th century priest can be found, for example, his hand and foot imprints are permanently etched in solid store.

There is also an aware board, which he reportedly carved from stone. The Shrine is located at a wukugua 60km from Koforidua.

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