Английская Википедия:Addae Tuntum Festival

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Шаблон:Short description Addae Tuntum Festival (Akwasidae Tuntum) is an annual festival celebrated by the chiefs and people of Kukuom-Asunafo in the Ahafo Region, formerly Brong Ahafo region of Ghana.[1] It is usually celebrated in the month of January[2] or in December.[3]

Celebrations

During the festival, visitors are welcomed to share food and drinks. The people put on traditional clothes and there is durbar of chiefs. There is also dancing and drumming.[4]

Significance

This festival is celebrated to mark the event of the Ebirimoro war between the Sefwis and Ahafos in the 18th century.[3] The festival is also held to re-affirm the people's commitment to their chief.[5]

References

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