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Mole National Park
4840km square of savannah and rocky outcrops that are home to 93 species of mammals, including herds of elephants, buck and small plains game. The occasional lion and leopard can be seen resting after a kill, and the range of birdlife (appromaximately 300 species) is considerable.
Larabanga Mosque
A 13th century Mosque, believed to be first built by Moorish traders, it is one of holiest sites in Ghana. Its distinctive facade has been widely photographed.
Larabanga Mystery Stone
Nearby is a of a splendid local legard.
Daboya
89km west of Tamale, Daboya is a 16th century town from the Gonja kingdom, and a famous source of hand - made - textiles.
Nalerigu Defence Wall
Said to be built in the 16th century to protect Nalerigu (120km from 'Bolga') from raiders, this has now been recognized as part of the Slave Route.
Salaga
The slave route is recognized at Salaga, where the trans- Saharan caravans paused in Salaga market. Leg pegs can still be seen in the market place.
Yendi
98km east of Tamale, Yendi was part of a 19th century German settlement. Many of the Germans who died in battle with the Dagomba people are buried in the cemetery. The grave of the slave raider Babatu is said to be near here.
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