Dogon dancers, Mali

One of the highlights of my discovery of the Dogon plateau was the series of dances performed in the village of Tireli. Under intense heat, dozens of villagers performed sacred dances, wearing an array of colorful masks and dresses. Watch a short and fascinating National Geographic video on the Dogon Dama (mask festival in honor of elders) here.

More photos of Mali here.

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