Cape Coast Castle Museum
Cape Coast Castle Museum, located in Cape Coast, Ghana, is a historically significant site that served as one of the largest slave-holding sites in West Africa. The castle, originally built by the Swedish in the 17th century, later came under British control and functioned as a major hub for the trans-Atlantic slave trade. Today, the museum within the castle offers a poignant and educational experience, featuring exhibits that narrate the harrowing history of the slave trade, including the conditions in the dungeons where enslaved Africans were held before being shipped off to the Americas. Additionally, the museum provides insights into Ghanaian culture and the broader history of the region through various artifacts, documents, and guided tours.