At The Border

Waiting to cross from Benin to Togo. Meeting new friends while having a fresh coconut for 100 CFA.
Welcome To Togo, Again

This is my second time to visit Togo in less than two years but this time it's a land border crossing with a change of scenery.
Fresh And Delicious Mangoes

A bag full for 500 CFA, less than $1!
The House Of Slaves

Togo's sad slavery history.
Slave Holding Area

Slaves kept beneath floor in cramped space about 3-4 feet tall. Men and women separated with women often raped by slave owners.
The House Of Slaves

Master's Bedroom with still functional safe from 1800's.
The House Of Slaves

House kitchen and grounds. House used secretly even after the abolishment of slavery. It was hidden in forest area about a mile from sea so they were able to avoid patrolling boats and enforcement.
World's Largest Voodoo Market

An interesting place to learn about Voodoo. Originally used as healing center where parts from various animals were used to make different variations of medicine. Today most forms of Voodoo is stillLes mer