Asante Kingdom

The Asante Kingdom, also known as Ashanti, is a historic kingdom in Ghana, West Africa. Founded in the late 17th century, it became a powerful and influential empire centered around the Ashanti people. The kingdom is famous for its rich culture, strong chieftaincy system, and vibrant traditions, including gold craftsmanship and the Kente cloth. It played a key role in regional trade and resisted colonial influence during the 19th century. Today, the Asante Kingdom maintains cultural significance and authority through its traditional leadership, coexisting with Ghana's modern government.