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Dan, an ethnolinguistic grouping of people inhabiting the mountainous west-central Côte d’Ivoire and adjacent areas of Liberia. The Dan belong to the Southern branch of the Mande linguistic subgroup of the Niger-Congo language family.
The Dan or Mano-Dan are a Mande ethnic group from northwestern Ivory Coast and neighbouring Liberia. [1] There are approximately 700 000 members of the group and their largest settlement is Man, Ivory Coast. Neighboring peoples include the Krahn, Kpelle and Mano. They are officially known as Yacouba (or Yakouba). [1]
The Dan have a complex traditional religion. The Dan believe in Zlan, a Supreme God who created the universe and everything in it. They believe that no one can reach him or see him physically. Instead, they worship Zu, an independent spiritual power.
5 kwi 2024 · 1. Art and Symbolism. 2. Social Structure. 3. Traditional Medicine. 4. Challenges and Opportunities. The Dan tribe, also known as the Yacubas, is an ethnic group indigenous to West Africa. They are primarily located in Côte d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Liberia, and Guinea, with smaller populations in Sierra Leone.
28 wrz 2023 · The Dan tribe is an indigenous African community that resides primarily in the countries of Liberia, Ivory Coast, and Guinea. Known for their rich culture and unique traditions, the Dan people have captured the interest of researchers and cultural enthusiasts worldwide.
27 lut 2024 · The Dan tribe is an ethnic group indigenous to West Africa, primarily residing in Ivory Coast and Liberia, with smaller communities in Guinea and Sierra Leone. Renowned for their exceptional artistry, the Dan tribe is celebrated for their elaborate masks, sculptures, and intricate woodwork.
The Dan people, an indigenous ethnic group, primarily reside in the Ivory Coast and Liberia in West Africa. They are known for their crafts and traditions.
