Dogon people - Wikipedia
WEBThe Dogon are an ethnic group indigenous to the central plateau region of Mali, in West Africa, south of the Niger bend, near the city of Bandiagara, and in Burkina Faso. The population numbers between 400,000 and 800,000. [2] .
The Dogon Villages of Bandiagara Escarpment - Amusing Planet
WEBJul 5, 2018 · Over time, the Dogon moved north along the escarpment, over the plateau, and the plains of the Seno-Gondo to the southeast. Today, the “Land of the Dogons” encompass over 400,000 hectares and includes nearly three hundred villages scattered along the length of the Bandiagara Escarpment.
Dogon | Mali, Animism, Rituals | Britannica
WEBAug 2, 2024 · Dogon, ethnic group of the central plateau region of Mali that spreads across the border into Burkina Faso. There is some doubt as to the correct classification of the many dialects of the Dogon language; the language has been placed in the Mande, Gur, and other branches of the Niger-Congo language.
Living and Spirtual Worlds of Mali's Dogon People - FOCUS on …
WEBJul 6, 2016 · A Dogon Village. Independent travelers discovered Dogon villages in the early 1960s. For most visitors, the journey to Pays Dogon (Dogon County) begins in Bamako, Mali’s bustling capital city. Located on the Niger River, the city of Mopti serves as a final gateway to the escarpment.
Dogon Village – Connecting the Black Diaspora with news, …
WEBOver the past 28 years Dogon Village members have worked tirelessly to promote civic engagement, disseminate messages important to the black community, and help bridge the digital and educational divides in the minority communities.
Cliff Villages of Bandiagara – The Land of the Dogons
WEBJun 20, 2020 · The Dogon still exists today as a distinct ethnic group around Bandiagara and at the foot of the rock shelters, with a population of between 400,000 to 800,000 natives that practices their unique cultural and religious traditions.
dogon - Cultural Survival
WEBThe Dogon migrated after the empire's collapse to the cliffs of the Bandiagara plateau. The cliffs and rocky terrain provided excellent protection from slave raiders coming from the desert, but they also isolated communities, resulting in at least 32 dialects; many are now mutually incomprehensible.
Dogon country - Wikipedia
WEBVillages. Most Dogon villages are located within Mopti Region, Mali. The tables below list the number of villages by Dogon language group as of 2004. All of the villages and cercles listed below are located within Mopti Region, with the exception of Tominian Cercle in Ségou Region. [15]
The Indigenous Dogon People - Peoples of the World
WEBBegnimatu is, on most days of the year, a very typical village inhabited by the indigenous Dogon people of Mali, West Africa. Sitting atop the Bandiagara Escarpment, it overlooks "Dogon Country" for as far as the eye can see — even on a clear day.
The Dogon People : The Mysteries of a Remarkable African
WEBNestled in the heart of Mali, West Africa, the Dogon people stand as a testament to the rich cultural tapestry that weaves through the continent. Renowned for their ancient traditions, intricate cosmology, and striking architecture, the Dogon have captivated the curiosity of historians, anthropologists, and adventurers alike.