Prestea- Travel Tips

What to See, How to Plan & Tours

Prestea, located in Ghana's Western Region along the Ankobra River, is a historic mining town known for its gold production since 1873. With a population of 35,760, it serves as a regional hub connected by rail to Tarkwa and Sekondi-Takoradi. The town has faced environmental challenges from mining activities, including river contamination and infrastructure damage. Prestea features notable facilities such as a gold smelter, an 18-hole golf course, and a modern recreational park established in 2019, which hosts social events and sports activities. It is also home to a renovated stadium supported by Bogoso Gold Limited.