Asantikrom
Asantikrom is a locality in Tarkwa-Nsuaem Municipal District, Western Region. Asantikrom is situated nearby to the locality Nyamibechere, as well as near Mimpeasem.| Tap on a place to explore it |
Places in the Area
Nearby places include Tarkwa mine and Tarkwa.
Tarkwa mine
Locality
The Tarkwa mine is one of the largest gold mines in Ghana and in the world. The mine is located in the south-west of the country in the Western Region. The mine has estimated reserves of 15.1 million oz of gold. Tarkwa mine is situated 4½ km northeast of Asantikrom.
Tarkwa
Town
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Tarkwa is a town and is the capital of Tarkwa-Nsuaem Municipal district, a district in the Western Region southwest of South Ghana. Frequently dubbed as the "Golden City" by its indigenous populace, the region is characterized by a rich tapestry of Fante communities, among which include Efuanta, Tamso, Aboso, Akoon, Nzemaline, and Kwabedu. Tarkwa is situated 6 km east of Asantikrom.
Asantikrom
- Type: Locality
- Location: Tarkwa-Nsuaem Municipal District, Western Region, Ghana, West Africa, Africa
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Latitude
5.29564° or 5° 17′ 44″ northLongitude
-2.04507° or 2° 2′ 42″ westElevation
71 metres (233 feet)Open location code
6CQV7XW3+7XGeoNames ID
12016001
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