Fun facts about Cape Coast
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The traditional name of Cape Coast is Oguaa, which means 'market'.
Cape Coast
Ghana
Cape Coast is a city and the capital of the Cape Coast Metropolitan District and the Central Region of Ghana. It is located about 38.4 mi (61.8 km) from Sekondi-Takoradi and approximately 80 mi (130 km) from Accra. The city is one of the most historically significant settlements in Ghana.
From the “Toponymy” section
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Cape Coast was once the principal town of the Fetu Kingdom.
Cape Coast
Ghana
Cape Coast is a city and the capital of the Cape Coast Metropolitan District and the Central Region of Ghana. It is located about 38.4 mi (61.8 km) from Sekondi-Takoradi and approximately 80 mi (130 km) from Accra. The city is one of the most historically significant settlements in Ghana.
From the “History” section
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The Cape Coast Teaching Hospital was awarded the Best Regional Hospital in 2003.
Cape Coast
Ghana
Cape Coast is a city and the capital of the Cape Coast Metropolitan District and the Central Region of Ghana. It is located about 38.4 mi (61.8 km) from Sekondi-Takoradi and approximately 80 mi (130 km) from Accra. The city is one of the most historically significant settlements in Ghana.
From the “Healthcare” section
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The Cape Coast Sports Stadium officially opened on 3 May 2016.
Cape Coast
Ghana
Cape Coast is a city and the capital of the Cape Coast Metropolitan District and the Central Region of Ghana. It is located about 38.4 mi (61.8 km) from Sekondi-Takoradi and approximately 80 mi (130 km) from Accra. The city is one of the most historically significant settlements in Ghana.
From the “Sport” section
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Cape Coast is home to the largest market in the city, known as Kotokuraba Market.
Cape Coast
Ghana
Cape Coast is a city and the capital of the Cape Coast Metropolitan District and the Central Region of Ghana. It is located about 38.4 mi (61.8 km) from Sekondi-Takoradi and approximately 80 mi (130 km) from Accra. The city is one of the most historically significant settlements in Ghana.
From the “Economy” section
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