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Tem and Ifè villagers traveling together along an ancient mountain path in the Fazao Mountains of Togo.

The Crossing at Fazao

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Rising across central Togo, the Fazao Mountains have long formed a landscape of rolling hills, dense forests, rocky slopes, and winding valleys. Long before paved roads connected towns and villages, the people of the Tem and Ifè communities relied on a remarkable network of narrow footpaths that crossed the mountains. These ancient trails were more than routes from one place
Tem artisans carving decorative calabashes in a traditional workshop in Sokodé, Togo.
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The Calabash Carvers of Sokodé

In the heart of central Togo lies the vibrant town of Sokodé, a place long celebrated for its rich cultural traditions, lively markets, and skilled artisans. Among the Tem, also known as the Kotokoli people, craftsmanship has always been held in high regard. Every object created by hand reflected not

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