As a sign of slavery and European colonialism and exploits, the Elmina Castle also known as St. George Castle represents both the horrors of slavery and the socio-cultural and political history of Ghana. Established as the first trading post on the Gulf of Guinea, the Elmina Castle is the oldest European building in existence South of the Sahara.

Located in the Central Region of Ghana, Elmina Castle is just 12 kilometres away from Cape Coast. Upon the arrival of the Portuguese in the 15th Century, they strategically choose the location of the Castle as a means to promote European trade and ship them back to Europe.