Fantasy Coffin, Paintings, Art sculptures artefacts Private Tour

5.0 (2 reviews) Accra, Ghana
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Duration2h - 4h
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

This experience is highly recommended for lovers of art, paintings, sculptures, carvings, and other artefacts. If you're interested in shopping for similar items, you can browse and purchase as we explore.

We will explore different locations for the work of art, etc

Funerals are special events in Ghana. The Ga people, particularly, are known for creating extraordinary fantasy coffins to celebrate funerals. They believe honouring the deceased properly ensures a joyful departure for the spirit and brings blessings to the family left behind.

The design of each coffin symbolizes something significant in the person's life. For example, a coffin shaped like a fish may be used for a fisherman, while one resembling a sewing machine might represent a sewist.

The experience concludes at the nearby Artist Alliance Gallery, which features over three floors of art, sculpture, carvings, and various artefacts, including museum-quality coffins on display.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • WiFi on board
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Professional Local Guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Restroom on board
  • Alcoholic Beverages

What to expect

  1. Centre for National Culture, Accra
    1h · Admission ticket included
    The Center for National Culture is the largest craft market in the country, where you can shop for souvenirs among the various stalls and negotiate prices. You also have the opportunity to participate in lessons with locals on traditional drumming and other local instruments. Additionally, you can explore beautiful artefacts, boutique clothing, and handmade crafts.
  2. Kane Kwei Carpentry Workshop
    45m · Admission ticket included
    Travel to an exotic coffin workshop in the coastal town of Teshie, located in Accra. Discover the history of this unique Ga tradition from one of the skilled craftsmen.

    Fantasy coffins, also known as figurative coffins, are colourful wooden coffins made in Ghana that serve both a functional purpose and as works of art. These coffins are crafted by specialized carpenters in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana and are designed to honour the deceased by representing their most meaningful objects, ideals, or fantasies.

    Fantasy coffins draw inspiration from a variety of sources, including:
    - Animals, such as leopards, chickens, and eagles
    - Household objects, such as microphones or pens
    - Modes of transport, such as cars, aeroplanes, or trucks
    - Food items, such as cocoa pods or plantains
  3. Artists Alliance Gallery
    45m · Admission ticket included
    Conclude your visit at the nearby Artist Alliance Gallery, which features over three floors of art, sculptures, carvings, and other artifacts, including museum-quality coffins on display. You are also welcome to purchase any of the items exhibited in the gallery. After the tour, you can be dropped off at a location of your choice. location of your choice.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

If you have any questions regarding pickup time or information, please contact us via the mobile phone numbers listed on our page.

Meeting point

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Meeting point

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End point

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End point

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End point

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Pickup details

If you have any questions regarding pickup time or information, please contact us via the mobile phone numbers listed on our page.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Everyone can do this for sure..

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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