Site des hommes à queue, Archaeological site in Dogbo-Tota, Benin.
The site contains a network of underground tunnels and galleries stretching over 30 kilometers with diameters between 1 and 2.5 meters.
Mining activities at the site occurred between the 9th and 15th centuries, with iron ore extraction taking place at depths of 2 to 3 meters.
Local legends tell of mysterious tailed blacksmiths who visited markets early in the morning to sell their tools while concealing their appendages.
Two earthen houses at the entrance serve as accommodation for site maintenance staff, with thatched shelters covering the excavation entrances.
The geometrical layout of the excavations creates a natural air conditioning system through multiple interconnected underground compartments.
Location: Dogbo-Tota
GPS coordinates: 6.81681,1.78399
Latest update: March 21, 2025 17:11
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