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Stone terraces, fortified villages and carved wagas — what makes Konso so unusual.
Omo Valley Team
October 15, 2026 · 1 min read
The Konso highlands are a UNESCO World Heritage cultural landscape. For centuries the Konso have built dry-stone terraces to farm steep hillsides and protect soil.
Compounds are enclosed by stone walls, with communal gathering places at their centre.
Carved wooden statues honour deceased community members, grouped in groves outside villages.
Walk slowly, ask permission before photographing, and consider buying textiles or carvings directly from makers.
How to take photographs that are both powerful and respectful in a country full of incredible subjects.
Omo Valley Team
Oct 15, 2026
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