JAMESTOWN also known as BRISTISH ACCRA

During this year African Cup of Nations (AFCON 2012), I had the opportunity to visit the historical district Jamestown aka British Accra, as my company screened all the matches for the residents of Jamestown. I was intrigue by my surroundings and the heavily British presence through architectural designs.

Located directly east of the Korle Lagoon, Jamestown is the oldest districts in the city of Accra, Ghana. The community emerged around the 17th century, It was heavily populated by British's.  The district was fully developed by the end of the 19th century, and following the rapid growth of the city during the 20th century.

Jamestown as the oldest part of Accra and remains an active fishing center. There is  a dense mixture of commercial and residential use.

Today Jamestown remain fishing a community inhabited primarily by the indigenous Ga.

Although in a state of decay following years of neglect by subsequent governments, the district is a popular tourist destination for those seeking to see the remnants of Accra's colonial past.

An enclave almost entirely inhabited by fishermen and their family, perhaps the most surprising aspect of James Town is its village-like atmosphere.

though Jamestown has been neglected by subsequent governments, the district is a popular tourist destination for those seeking to see the remnants of Accra's colonial past. The place has not yet been restored, so it is not typically highlighted on tourist itineraries. Despite this, for many visitors, it is one of the most memorable sights in the city. Jamestown is a short distance west from Independence Square; from the busy street the only real sights are the lighthouse, a prison building housed inside an old colonial fort, and the old Customs House.

I was taking in the view, the Atlantic Ocean. The thought that came to mind was, how if this was elsewhere the place will be developed into a nice resort town for tourist.

To your left is neighborhood of fishing folks

My coworker Nana Addo, who took the time out to show me around the district.

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Beachfront of Jamestown, can you picture this place being renovated into some 5star resort.

 The LIGHTHOUSE is in Accra "James Town " also known as British Accra.

Entrance of the Lighthouse

Inside the lighthouse

The tower itself is in a fair condition, as shown by the interior photo

View from the lighthouse. You can see the neighborhood, and on your right is a park(forecourt)