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Togo : Adossa (Festival of Knives)
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Created: 11th Jul 2007
Modified: 4th Sep 2008
Type:
Festival; Other
Cost:
25% expensive

Held on the day after the Prophet Mohammed's birthday, Adossa, the Festival of Knives is probably what you think it is. Men drink a potion they believe will protect them from the knife's blade and perform violent dances.