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Fulani village, Ghana, Gold Coast, West Africa
Fulani village, part of Cape Coast, Ghana, Gold Coast, West Africa. The Fulani, described here as desert tribes from the Sahara, imported their own style of building. Date: circa 1924
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Cape Ghana Ghanaian Hills Tribes 1924 Fulani
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1. Title: "Fulani Village, Cape Coast, Ghana, West Africa: A Glimpse into the Unique Architecture of the Desert Dwellers, Circa 1924" 2.. This photograph showcases the picturesque Fulani village nestled in the rolling hills of Cape Coast, Ghana, along the Gold Coast of West Africa. Established by the Fulani people, who originated from the desert regions of the Sahara, this enclave stands as a testament to their distinctive architectural style that was imported and adopted in this tropical setting. The Fulani, also known as Fula or Peul, are a prominent ethnic group in West Africa, renowned for their nomadic lifestyle and rich cultural heritage. In the early 1900s, they began settling in the coastal regions of Ghana, bringing with them their unique building techniques that were well-suited to the desert climate but also proved adaptable to the new environment. In this photograph, we see a series of round, thatched huts, arranged in a circular pattern on the hillside. The huts are built using a mixture of mud and straw, with conical roofs designed to channel rainwater into central collection points. The use of natural materials, such as wood, mud, and thatch, not only reflects the Fulani people's resourcefulness but also their deep connection to the land. The Fulani village in Cape Coast is a captivating reminder of the rich cultural diversity that exists within the African continent. This photograph, taken circa 1924, offers a glimpse into the daily lives of these desert dwellers and their remarkable architectural legacy. 3. Keywords: Ghana, Gold Coast, West Africa, African, Ghanaian, 1920s, 20s, twenties, 1924, hill, hills, fulani, village, cape, building, buildings, tribe, tribes, ethnic.
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