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Ceremonial royal stool displayed in a traditional Gen palace in Glidji, Togo.

The Royal Stool of Glidji

On the southeastern coast of Togo, near the shimmering waters of the Gulf of Guinea, lies the historic town of Glidji, an important cultural center of the Gen, also known as the Mina people. For centuries, Glidji has been a place where history, tradition, and community have been carefully preserved through oral storytelling, royal ceremonies, and the guidance of respected

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