Foret Sacree | Lome, Togo

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In 1542, an ethnic group from present day Benin settled here, where they sought refuge from a war. They believed a deity, who they called Nyigblin, would protect them.  We had to remove our garments and put on white cloth before entering this sacred fortress.

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