Bandiagara Escarpment Collection

A beautiful carved door of the Dogon Country. Mali, West Africa

A decorated escarpment at the Dogon village of Songho. Magic symbols spread the wall where circumcision of boys takes place each year. Dogon Country, Mali, West Africa

Adobe huts in village of Bandiagara, Dogon country, Mali

Decorated cliff wall at Dogon ritual site, Songo Village, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Bandiagara Escarpment, Dogon Area, Mali, Africa

Masked Ceremonial Dogon Dancers, Sangha, Dogon Country, Mali Africa, West Africa, Mali, Dogon Country, Bandiagara escarpment, Masked Ceremonial Dogon Dancers on stilts near Sangha

Top of Bandiagara Escarpment, Dogon Country, Mali, Africa

Grassland on top of Bandiagara Escarpment, Dogon Country, Mali, Africa

Baoba tree underneath the Bandiagara Escarpment, Ende, Dogon Country, Mali, Africa

Rock dwellings at village of Ende underneath the Bandiagara Escarpment, Ende, Dogon country, Mali

Dogon village of Nombori underneath the Bandiagara Escarpment, Dogon Country, Mopti Region, Mali

A toguna in village of Irelli, Dogon Country, Mali

Dogon village of Banani with ancient Tellem dwellings underneath the Bandiagara Escarpment, Dogon Country, Mali, Africa

Village of Banani under the Bandiagara Escarpment, Dogon Country, Mali, Africa

MALI, Dogon Lands. Traditional Tellem (malian pygmees) houses on the Bandiagara cliffs

Dogon market, Sanga (Sangha), Bandiagara escarpment, Dogon region, Mali, Africa

Goats and grain store in Dogon village, Bandiagara Escarpment, Mali, West Africa, Africa

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The Bandiagara Escarpment in Mali, West Africa is a breathtaking sight to behold. As you venture through the Dogon Country, you will come across a beautiful carved door that welcomes you into this enchanting world. The village of Songho boasts an escarpment adorned with intricate decorations, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the Dogon people. As you explore further, you will encounter adobe huts nestled within the village of Bandiagara. These traditional dwellings blend harmoniously with their surroundings and provide a glimpse into the daily lives of the locals. One cannot miss the awe-inspiring cliff wall at Songo Village, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its vibrant adornments tell stories of ancient rituals and traditions passed down through generations. Atop the Bandiagara Escarpment lies a vast grassland, stretching as far as the eye can see. This serene landscape offers panoramic views that leave visitors in awe of nature's beauty. A majestic baobab tree stands tall underneath the towering presence of the escarpment. Its branches reach towards heaven while its roots remain firmly grounded in African soil - symbolizing resilience and strength. Rock dwellings at Ende village showcase how humans have adapted to their environment over centuries. These unique structures serve as reminders of our ancestors' resourcefulness and ingenuity. Nombori village lies peacefully beneath this natural wonder - its inhabitants living harmoniously with both nature and tradition. Here, time seems to stand still as life unfolds amidst stunning scenery. Finally, one cannot help but be captivated by masked ceremonial Dogon dancers in Sangha village. Their rhythmic movements echo ancient customs and beliefs; their masks representing spirits from another realm. The Bandiagara Escarpment is not just a geological marvel; it is an embodiment of history, culture, and spirituality intertwined seamlessly with nature's grandeur.