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The Bandiagara Escarpment (Arabic: منحدرات باندياغارا الصخرية, French: falaise de Bandiagara) is an escarpment in the Dogon country of Mali. The sandstone cliff rises about 500 m (1,600 ft) above the lower sandy flats to the south. It has a length of approximately 150 km (90 mi). The area of the escarpment is … See more
The cave-dwelling Tellem, an ethnic group later pushed out by the arrival of the Dogons, used to live in the slopes of the cliff. The Tellem legacy is evident in the caves they carved into the cliffs so that they could bury … See more
Today, local guides escort tourist groups along the escarpment to visit Dogon villages. A series of trails runs along the cliffs, and hostels in … See more
Wikipedia text under CC-BY-SA license Cliff of Bandiagara (Land of the Dogons) - UNESCO …
WebThe Cliff of Bandiagara is a vast cultural landscape in Mali, where the Dogon people have lived for centuries in harmony with their environment. The site features impressive geological and environmental features, rich …
Cliff Villages of Bandiagara - The Land of the Dogons
WebJun 20, 2020 · Learn about the history and culture of the ancient settlements on the Bandiagara escarpment in Mali, home to the Dogon people. …
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Bandiagara Escarpment Cultural Landscape | World Monuments …
WebLearn about the history, culture, and conservation of the Bandiagara Escarpment in Mali, a World Heritage Site and home to the Dogon people. See photos, videos, and resources …
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WebJun 7, 2011 · Learn about the stunning landscape and culture of the Bandiagara Escarpment in Mali, where the Dogon people have carved their homes into the cliffs for …
The Dogon Villages of Bandiagara Escarpment
WebJul 5, 2018 · Bandiagara Escarpment is a sandstone cliff with a plateau and a semi-desert in central Mali. It is home to the Dogon people, who settled there after migrating from Burkina Faso and Ghana, and inherited the …
Bandiagara Escarpment - New World Encyclopedia
WebThe Bandiagara Escarpment is a sandstone cliff in the Dogon country of Mali that rises almost 1,640 feet (500 m) above the lower sandy flats to the south. It is approximately 100 miles (150 km) long. The Tellem people …
The Bandiagara Escarpment — Google Arts & Culture
WebTwo thirds of the listed area is occupied by the Bandiagara plateau and the escarpment. The classified area is one of the largest sites in the world on the World Heritage list. The …
Cliff of Bandiagara (land of The Dogons) - World Heritage Datasheet
WebLearn about the geological, archaeological and ethnological value of the Bandiagara escarpment in Mali, a World Heritage Site since 1989. Discover its physical features, …
10 Things To Do in Bandiagara Escarpment (Falaise de Bandiagara) …
WebThe Bandiagara Escarpment is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with sandstone cliffs, canyons, and lush vegetation. It is home to the Dogon people and offers hiking, caving, …
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