Dogon Mask Festival
Top 6 in Top 8 Most Famous Festivals in Mali
Dogon Mask Festival is known as Mali's most famous April Festival. The masks worn by the men for these five days symbolize Amma, the Dogon goddess of creation, and are said to be able to contain the spirits of the dead and ward off evil spirits. At the end of the event, buffalo and hyena masks are said to predict the future of the tribe.
Dogon Mask Festival is organized by the Dogon people, they are famous for their unique architecture, culture and traditions, sculptures, and of course their mask dance. The highly revered Dogon mask is worn to mark the occasions of the year. According to Dogon, the masks act as a connection between heaven, the afterlife, and earth. One of the most popular dance rituals is the "dama".
- Organization time: April every year
- Location: Mali
