Adansi South District
The Adansi South District is one of the twenty-seven (27) districts in the Ashanti Region of Ghana, and the southernmost district in the Ashanti Region. Its capital is New Edubiase.
Adansi South District | |
|---|---|
 Districts of Ashanti | |
  Adansi South District Districts of Ashanti | |
| Coordinates: 6°4′N 1°24′W | |
| Country |  |
| Region | Ashanti Region |
| Capital | New Edubiase |
| Government | |
| • District Executive | Francis Kwabena Ankomah |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1,380 km2 (530 sq mi) |
| Population (2012) | |
| • Total | — |
| Time zone | UTC+0 (GMT) |
Geography
Adansi South District lies entirely in a forest.
Economy
The district contains eight forest reserves. Hardwood lumber is a major district asset. It is on record to be one of the largest cocoa producing areas in Ghana. Among the crops grown in Adansi South are plantain s, cocoyams, rice.the forest also produces sinal and mushroom
Tourism
The region is popular for eco-tourism, containing many scenic waterfalls and mountain ranges.
References
- "Districts of Ghana". Statoids.
- GhanaDistricts.com
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