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The Dogon people
The Dogon people are an ethnic group native to the central plateau region of Mali, West Africa, and parts of Burkina Faso. With a population estimated between 400,000 and 800,000, they primarily inhabit the Bandiagara cliffs in Mali, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its dramatic landscapes and unique architecture. The Dogon speak the Dogon languages, which form an independent branch of the Niger-Congo language family, making them distinct from many other languages in the region. The Dogon are perhaps best known for their rich cultural heritage, particularly their religious beliefs, rituals, and artistic traditions. One of the most striking features of Dogon culture is their religious cosmology, which…
