Konkori Escarpment Explained

Konkori Escarpment is an escarpment which runs from the north to south and leans along the western side of the Mole National Park in Ghana.^[1]

Features

The escarpment has a sandstone ridge claimed to be approximately 250metres high.^{[2] [3]} It provides a view of the Mole National Park as it runs through the park. It overlooks waterholes where animals in the park drink and take a shower during hot days.^{[4] [5]} The Konkori escarpment has a cave that was formally used as a refuge from slave raiders by the local people.^[6] It is a source of two waterfalls called the Polzen Waterfalls and the Kparia Waterfalls.^[1]

Notes and References

1. Web site: Mole National Park, Northern Ghana. 2020-08-15. Mole National Park.
2. Web site: Guides. Bradt. Mole National Park. 2020-08-15. Bradt Guides. en-GB.
3. Web site: Visit Ghana Mole National Park. 2020-08-15. Visit Ghana. en-US.
4. Web site: Mole National Park. 2020-08-15. Ghana365. en-GB.
5. Web site: Mole National Park. 2020-08-15. Adventure Birding Tours. en-GB.
6. Web site: Mole National Park. 2020-08-15. UNESCO World Heritage Centre. en.