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Essay / Kakum National Park in Ghana - 640
Kakum National Park in Ghana is one of the most diverse ecosystems in Africa located approximately 33 km north of Cape Coast and covering an area of 375 km2 . Kakum Park was established in 1931 and was recognized as a national park in 1992. It is the only park in Africa with a 350 m long canopy covered path connecting 7 trees and opened in 1995 to tourist visitors . In 2000, UNESCO declared the Kakum Rainforest a National World Heritage Site. Kakum National Park is home to many different plant and animal species and is a very popular destination for tourists, hikers, botanists and bird watchers from around the world. You can experience an adventurous and unforgettable tour through the 30-meter swing bridge providing access to the rainforest. Bird watching in the forest is guided by the guide who will ensure that visitors see what they want to see. The guides have a great knowledge of their subject and, as they have been guiding tours for many years, they have a lot of experience. They have great identification skills and are exceptionally gifted at bird watching. There are over 266 recorded species to see and if visitors look closely they can spot kingfishers, bee-eaters, hornbills and many more. Rainforest wildlife includes more than 40 different animal species. The park is a conservation area for many endangered animals such as forest elephants, Diana monkeys, bongos, yellow-backed duikers, leopards, bush pigs, many reptiles, over 500 species of butterflies and others. Many trees in the forest contain ingredients used for medicinal purposes. Ricinodendron Heudelotti is one of many plants growing in the rainforest near Komfo Boateng Sanctuary. The ...... middle of paper ...... starting point if you want to visit Kakum National Park. The city itself is the capital of the Central Region and the Metropolitan District. It is a former fishing port, invaded by British, Swedish, Danish, Dutch and Portuguese merchants since the 16th century. The Swedes built the castle, now declared a “world heritage site”. The town's mascot is a crab and his statue can be found in the middle of the town. The other attraction of Cape Coast is the old lighthouse, Fort William and Fort Victoria. Kakum National Park is definitely a place to visit. It is a great, exciting, educational, adventurous and unforgettable experience, recommended to everyone. Come visit Kakum National Park, Mesomagor village, Cape Coast attractions and you will experience pleasant days that you will always remember.