Asante Traditional Buildings are a heritage site in Kumasi, the capital of the Ashanti Region of Ghana. The site brings together traditional Ashanti architecture, including shrine houses and domestic buildings, and presents them as a record of the culture of the Asante people.
What you will see
The site is built around its architecture. Visitors can look at the shrine houses, which reflect the religious life of the Asante, alongside the domestic buildings that show how families lived. Together they give a sense of the built forms that have shaped Asante communities.
- Shrine houses, a central part of Asante religious life
- Domestic buildings, showing traditional living arrangements
- Architecture that represents the wider culture of the Asante people
Planning your visit
This is a visit for anyone interested in West African building traditions, cultural history or the everyday and spiritual life of the Asante. It suits a slow walk rather than a quick stop, since the value lies in looking closely at how the buildings are made and what they were used for.
Because Kumasi is the cultural heart of the Ashanti Region, the site pairs well with other visits in the city and the surrounding area. Before you go, you can call the site on +233 322 022476 to check what is available to visitors.