Independence Square, also known as Black Star Square, is a massive public square located in Accra, Ghana. Commissioned by Ghana’s first president, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, it was completed in 1961 to coincide with the state visit of Queen Elizabeth II. The square stands as a monument to Ghana’s triumph over British colonial rule, making it the second-largest city square in the world after Tiananmen Square in Beijing. It is the premier venue for the nation's annual Independence Day parades on March 6, as well as major national festivals, political rallies, and military reviews.

Why You Should Visit

Visiting Independence Square offers a profound encounter with the living history and national pride of the first Sub-Saharan African country to achieve independence. Walking across the vast, open grounds lets you stand where great achievements in African history were celebrated and televised globally. The site serves as a powerful civic anchor where you can reflect on the struggle for freedom while enjoying coastal breezes from the nearby Gulf of Guinea.