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Paga
is noted for its sacred pond, which is a sanctuary for crocodiles.
The crocodiles are said to be totems for the people of Kassena,
who reside in Paga and the surrounding communities. It is
believed that each native of Paga has a corresponding crocodile
representing each person's soul. Local tradition has it that
there have been actual instances when deaths of important
personalities in the community coincided with that of some
crocodiles. The reptiles are normally enticed out of the pond
by the whistling of the caretaker and the brandishing of a
fowl, which the crocodiles quickly snatch with their snouts.
If you are courageous, you can sit on, or hold the beast's
tail for a good camera pose. The caretaker charges a fee for
the fowl and basic interpretation. |
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