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Bonwire Namimg Ceremony and Kente Tourist Center
Kumasi, Ghana
5 hours 30 minutes
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What You Will Do
Bonwire village has been a famous place for people to visit because that's where the world-known Kente was invented. They give the story of how it came about and the meaning of the kente. There are 3 different types of Kente cloth;
* Single Weaving
*Double Weaving
*Tripple Weaving
Note: All these kinds are weaved differently with meaning.
The naming ceremony is very unique for any Diaspora coming back home because is done by the chiefs and Queen-mother of a village inside their Palace. Also, we give you a certificate with your new African name on it.
We give two names, Your soul name, and a family.
* Single Weaving
*Double Weaving
*Tripple Weaving
Note: All these kinds are weaved differently with meaning.
The naming ceremony is very unique for any Diaspora coming back home because is done by the chiefs and Queen-mother of a village inside their Palace. Also, we give you a certificate with your new African name on it.
We give two names, Your soul name, and a family.
What's Included?
- Bottled water
- Naming Ceremony Certificate
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All fees and/or taxes
- Lunch
What's Not Included?
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Dinner
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
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Bonwire Kente Weaving Centre
3 hours
1)Bonwire Village is a village where the famous Kente cloth was invented. Teach you how to weave it and its meaning. 2) Get your Akan Naming Ceremony done at Bonwire Palace,where the chief and its leaders pray for you and give you a traditional name with certificate attached.
Additional Information
This tour is independently operated by a third-party provider: Beyond the return 2020.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guide Options
- Printed Guide - German
- Guide - English
- Printed Guide - Italian
- Audio Guide - French
- Printed Guide - French
- Printed Guide - Spanish
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