East Legon
East Legon | |
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.jpg) Distant view of Legon Campus (University of Ghana) from East Legon | |
  East Legon | |
| Coordinates: 5°38′10″N 0°09′32″W / 5.636°N 0.159°W | |
| Country |  Ghana |
| Region | Greater Accra Region |
| District | Ayawaso West Municipal District |
| Time zone | GMT |
| • Summer (DST) | GMT |
East Legon is a town in the Ayawaso West Municipal District of the Greater Accra Region of Ghana.[1]
East Legon has a total area of 4.95 km2 (1.91 mi2) and a total distance of 9.36 km (5.82 mi). It is an 11-minute drive from the Kotoka International Airport and a 38-minute drive from the Tema Harbour.[2]
Positioned strategically, East Legon’s significance is heightened by its close proximity to Kotoka International Airport, making it a preferred central location for people on the move. Bordered by major roads and neighboring areas such as Tema motorway, Spintex, Madina, and Ashaley Botwe, East Legon boasts a diverse demographic, increasingly welcoming a growing population of middle-class homeowners. The neighborhood’s modern infrastructure, vibrant atmosphere, and a range of property options have contributed to its popularity, creating an environment where both luxury and accessibility coexist. As a result, East Legon stands out not only for its exclusivity but also for its evolving and dynamic community that caters to a broad spectrum of residents. It’s possible to do everything within East Legon without having to move into other areas because it is a mixed use community. In particular growing families will enjoy the range of leisure centers as well as kid focused centers.
The Flower Pot interchange was constructed to ease traffic to East Legon.[3]
References
[edit]- ^ "Afienya, Ashaiman, Katamanso and other areas in Accra to have interrupted supply - Water Company - MyJoyOnline.com". www.myjoyonline.com. 2021-04-19. Retrieved 2022-05-25.
- ^ "Societe Generale opens East Legon branch". www.ghanaweb.com. Retrieved 2015-06-30.
- ^ "Flower Pot Interchange will ease traffic, but congestion may persist - Urban Roads director - MyJoyOnline". www.myjoyonline.com. 2024-11-19. Retrieved 2024-11-19.