Taneka (or Tanewa, Tangba, Tongba) village, near Djougou, Donga department , Benin, Gulf of Guinea, West Africa

taneka djougou benin west africa traditional huts thatched roofs rural village architecture local lifestyle grass greenery landscape community culture homes building style craftsmanship life ecology natural materials artisan heritage setting habitat nature living outdoor environment simplicity agriculture resources sustainable preservation spaces indigenous historical tradition family economy techniques practices development