Elmina Castle

GPTKB entity

Properties (48)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf castle
gptkbp:architecturalStyle Portuguese_colonial_architecture
gptkbp:associatedWith gptkb:Transatlantic_slave_trade
community engagement
heritage conservation
art exhibitions
cultural festivals
educational programs
local economy
local traditions
trade routes
historical research
archaeological studies
historical narratives
international collaborations
cultural preservation efforts
historical reenactments
historical tourism
colonial powers
heritage tourism initiatives
community history
Ghanaian heritage
African_history
European_exploration
cultural_exchange
gptkbp:built 1482
gptkbp:culturalSignificance tourist attraction
symbol of resilience
educational site
symbol of colonialism
gptkbp:currentStatus museum
gptkbp:currentUse slave trade
gptkbp:designedBy Portuguese
gptkbp:features fortifications
dungeons
barracks
chapel
gptkbp:governedBy gptkb:King_John_II_of_Portugal
gptkbp:historicalEvent British_control
independence_of_Ghana
capture_by_the_Dutch
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Elmina Castle
gptkbp:location gptkb:Elmina,_Ghana
gptkbp:originalPurpose gold trade
gptkbp:renovated 17th century
gptkbp:significance historical landmark
gptkbp:UNESCO_World_Heritage_Site yes
gptkbp:visitorsPerYear thousands