Tammari (also known as Batammariba, Tamberma, Somba, Otamari) man coming out of a granary on the roof his fortified house, known as Tata Somba ('Somba house'), Atakora department, Benin, Gulf of Guinea, West Africa

tammari benin africa granary tata somba house culture architecture atakora fortified man traditional community straw heritage landscape rural agriculture craftsmanship scenery home village roof traditions livelihood lifestyle ethnic identity unique structure local scene outdoor nature dry environment life construction family people historical artistry design practices showcasing group daily customs