Sokode

Overview

Introduction

This primarily Muslim village in the middle of the country is known for the quality of its leather crafts. It's also known for a daring ceremony called Gadawou, or "Dance of the Sword," during which celebrants cut themselves with knives or swords and apparently feel no pain. 150 mi/240 km north of Lome.

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