Among the Somba women of northern Benin and Togo, dried gourds play a vital role not only in domestic life but also in traditional music.When hollowed out, dried, and decorated, these gourds become percussion instruments. The women use them in community celebrations, ritual chants, and dances. By striking them with their hands, shaking them with seeds inside, or rubbing them against another surface, they produce rhythmic sounds that accompany the women's singing.Furthermore, each gourd can have
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The art of Traditional dance from the Somba tribe of Benin 🌍 As the Somba tribe is primarily known for their indigenous architectural expertise they also prioritize dance and music as apart of everyday life. 🎥: @quimfabregas #OhAfrika #PocaTribe | Oh Afrika
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Tata Somba are the traditional houses of the Somba people, located in northern Benin and Togo. They are built of mud in the shape of small two-story fortresses: livestock and grain are kept downstairs, and the family lives upstairs. Their architecture symbolizes protection, spirituality, and connection with ancestors. #inspirationofafrica | Quim Fàbregas - Fotografía y Viajes.
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Tata Somba are the traditional houses of the Somba people in northern Benin and Togo. They are built with mud, straw, and wood, resembling small, two-story fortresses. Animals live and grain is stored on the lower level; the family sleeps and finds refuge from the heat on the upper level. Each tata belongs to an extended family and reflects their unity, spirituality, and self-sufficient way of life connected to the land. #inspirationofafrica | Quim Fàbregas
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The Somba women (also known as Betammaribe), who live in northern Benin and Togo, perform traditional dances deeply connected to their spiritual and community life.These dances are performed during agricultural rituals, initiations, and funeral ceremonies, and often symbolize strength, fertility, and a connection to their ancestors. #inspirationofafrica | Quim Fàbregas
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The Batammariba people, known as the Somba in Benin, inhabit a region that stretches from the Atakora mountain range to the Togo border. Renowned for their architectural prowess, the Somba are master builders, crafting unique fortified homes known as Tata or Tata Somba. These homes are architectural marvels, constructed with locally sourced materials like mud, branches, and straw. Each Tata is not just a dwelling but a symbol of the Somba’s cultural heritage and resilience, blending form and fun
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Deep in West Africa, the Batammariba/Tata Somba people have preserved their rich traditions for generations. Their iconic Tata Somba homes—fortified mud dwellings hidden among lush landscapes—stand as symbols of resilience, heritage, and status. 🌍🏡✨ Would you explore this architectural wonder? • Follow @africanvibes to learn more about African culture. • Use #africanvibes to get featured⁠ 🎥 @quimfabregas #africanheritage #culturaltravel #traveldeeper #offthebeatenpath #africanarchitecture #ro
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