Deeply rooted in Ashanti mythology and spiritual belief, the Komfo Anokye Sword Site marks one of Ghana’s most powerful legends. It is believed that Komfo Anokye, the mystical high priest and co-founder of the Ashanti Empire, planted this sword in the ground over 300 years ago and to this day, no one has been able to remove it.
Located on the grounds of the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital in Kumasi, the site is revered by locals and visitors alike as a place of spiritual power and national pride. It symbolizes the unity and indestructibility of the Ashanti Kingdom.
A guided visit reveals the deep cultural significance of the sword, the rituals associated with it, and the fascinating life of the priest who shaped Ashanti destiny through prophecy, power, and divine guidance.
