Madagascar: Sakalava celebrate first annual bathing of King Toera’s relics in 128 years
In Madagascar, the Sakalava people are holding the “fitampoha” this week, a ritual bathing ceremony for the relics of King Toera. This annual celebration is being held for the first time in 128 years.
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The Sakalava people are celebrating the “fitampoha” in Madagascar this week, a ritual bathing ceremony for the relics of their king, Toera.
According to available information, this is the first annual bathing of these relics to be held in 128 years. The ceremony is part of the Sakalava people’s ritual practices.
The “fitampoha” at the heart of the celebration
The “fitampoha” is described as the ritual bathing of King Toera’s relics. The resumption of this annual celebration therefore marks a return after more than a century of interruption.
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