Wednesday 23 May 2012

Konso Cultural Landscape - UNESCO World Heritage

By chance, we happened to be in Konso just at the right time: there was a 3 days World Heritage Inauguration Ceremony. Konso people dressed up traditionally and we helped the Konso Cultural Center set up by the Italian to capture this unique event! Some traditional craftsmanship was showed. It was a fascinating experience!
Here are some captured moments. Enjoy!

molding bracelets out of empty bomb shells from Somalia (!)







One of the seven (or was it nine?) clan leaders

Preparing the cotton thread

Every centimeter is handmade





Dancing 



Local beer makes you smile!




Don't ask why he painted in white...





Traditional and petrol products both have their existence.







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