From Accra to Alpine: Ghanaian journalist celebrates Texas Town he called ‘The Eden Of The Far West’ after mayor’s nod
When international journalist Enoch Worlanyo first described Alpine, Texas, as “The Eden of the Far West,” he meant it as a love letter. This week, that love letter was returned. Alpine Mayor Catherine Eaves recently referenced Worlanyo’s feature story in her own vision for the high-desert town — a gesture that has sparked a transatlantic […]
Ghanaian journalist Enoch Worlanyo first described the Texas town of Alpine as "The Eden of the Far West" in a feature story. His words were recently returned to him in a heartfelt gesture from the mayor of Alpine, Catherine Eaves. This gesture has sparked a moment of pride between West Africa and Far West Texas. Situated at 4,475 feet above sea level, Alpine is the gateway to Big Bend National Park, the cultural capital of the Davis Mountains, and the heart of the world's largest Gold Tier International Dark Sky Reserve.
The town's dark skies, historic downtown, arts scene, and West Texas warmth have made it a pilgrimage for astro-tourists and a centre of it all for those seeking unique experiences. Enoch Worlanyo, who follows every story and milestone from Accra, Ghana, expressed his gratitude for Mayor Eaves' acknowledgment, saying, "My work may be based in Accra, Ghana, but a piece of my heart never left Alpine.
There is a pure, untamed magic to Alpine that you cannot find anywhere else on Earth." He invited travelers, dreamers, and stargazers to experience the warmth and starlight of Alpine for themselves.
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