At least every country can boast of one or two skyscrapers. The world’s tallest building is the Burj Khalifa in Dubai with 163 floors (828m in height).
In Africa, the tallest tower is the Great Mosque of Algiers (270m) while the tallest buildings in Africa include the Carlton Centre in South Africa (233m), the Britam Tower in Kenya (200m) and the Ponte City Apartments (173m) also in Johannesburg, South Africa.However, Ghana also boasts of some beautiful edifices .
Here are our top 5 edifices in Ghana
Alto and Avure (Villagio Vistas) – 93 metres
The Villagio Vistas building is the tallest building in Ghana. Built and managed by Trasacco Estates Development Company, this trio of buildings are a prominent feature of Accra’s skyline and are some of the most luxurious residential facilities in Ghana.
Alto, the yellow building is the newest addition to the Villagio Vista, is currently the tallest residential facility in Ghana at 27 floors and an estimated height of 93 metres. Azure is the red coloured building with an estimated height of 71 metres.
Azure (Villagio Vistas) – 71 metres
Azure is a part of the Villagio Vistas building and it’s the second tallest building in Ghana. Also built by Trasacco Estates Development Company and is located on the same premise as the tallest building in Ghana. The Azure is the red coloured building with an estimated height of 71 metres. It stands as the second tallest building in Ghana, right next to the tallest.
- World Trade Centre – 60 metres
The World Trade is located at the heart of Accra in the central Accra district, opposite the National Theatre. This building has 14 floors and is one of the Tallest in Ghana. The World Trade Centre is most likely the tallest commercial building in Ghana.
- Mirage Residence – 57 metres
The mirage building is one of the tallest buildings in Ghana. The residential building has about 14 floors and its height is estimated to be 57 metres high. The building has a very nice view from the top as it overlooks the airport and other interesting sights of Accra.
- Heritage Towers – 57 metres
The Heritage Towers is a 16-storey commercial office space located at the Ambassadorial Enclave in Ridge. It houses commercial and financial institutions like the United Bank for Africa’s head office. The Heritage tower stands at a height of approximately 57 metres.
These impressive buildings in Ghana’s urban centers are not only remarkable in terms of their height but also contribute to the country’s growing urbanization and architectural development. While Ghana’s skyline might not rival the towering skylines of other nations, these structures stand as a testament to the country’s progress in modern construction and urbanization.
Source : Joycelyn Marigold- Africa Home Building News
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