Orango

Guinea-Bissau / Bolama / Bubaque /
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Orango's inhabitants developed a number of distinct matrimonial traditions which are unique with respect to the role played by women. Marriage is formally proposed by women by an offer of a dish of specially prepared fish, marinated in red palm oil. According to tradition, the offer is accepted by eating the fish, and cannot be turned down without dishonor. The marriage becomes official months later, after the bride-to-be, with no help from the groom, builds the couple a new home out of driftwood, blond grass, and mud bricks.

In recent years the island's traditions are competing with outside influences, both economic and religious.
Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orango
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Coordinates:   11°6'50"N   16°8'36"W
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