- Elmina Castle is located in Ghana on the Gold Coast.
- It was built by the Portuguese in the late 15th century.
- The castle played a significant role in the trans-Atlantic slave trade.
- It changed hands multiple times, with the Dutch taking control in the 17th century.
- Elmina Castle has dungeons where enslaved Africans were held before shipment.
- It’s a haunting reminder of the dark history of the slave trade.
- The castle is now a museum and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Visitors can tour the dungeons and learn about the slave trade’s impact.
- Ghana has made efforts to remember and honor its slave trade history.
- Elmina Castle is a powerful symbol of resilience and the fight for freedom.