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The people of the Betsimisaraka culture. Photo credit - Getty Images

ANCESTORS AT THE HEART OF BETSIMISARAKA CULTURE (Madagascar Tribe)

Introduction The Betsimisaraka culture of Madagascar is characterized by a spirituality strongly focused on respect and honour for ancestors, known as “Razaña”. Within this ethnic group, the connection between the living and the dead is essential to maintain their cultural identity. Ancestors are seen not only as memories of the

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The Tsesah Crests of the Bamileke People (Cameroon)

Knowing about the artforms that belong to a culture different from ours is a privilege, because we see what is important to different people. It teaches us about what is important to them, what they find beautiful, and what they care about. ORIGIN In the 1700s, the North West Grasslands

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