Tiébélé is located approximately 150 km south of Ouagadougou.  This village of 450 inhabitants presents the particular Gourounsi architecture. Visitor are encouraged to organize their visit through the Association pour le développement de Tiébélé.  The guided visit offers...

Tiébélé is located approximately 150 km south of Ouagadougou.  This village of 450 inhabitants presents the particular Gourounsi architecture. Visitor are encouraged to organize their visit through the Association pour le développement de Tiébélé.  The guided visit offers insight on the culture, architecture and lifestyle of the villagers. Houses are painted by the village women to represent scenes and events in a stylized and colourful manner.  The village is in the process of being recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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