Archives: Art & galerie

21km from Foumban and 50km from Bafoussam, stop off at the Koutaba monastery to discover its 28-hectare pure Arabica coffee plantation. Strictly observant Cistercian monks grow this Arabica at an altitude of 1,200 m in the highlands of West Cameroon. They distribute it throughout Cameroon and France. In the middle of the site is a… Continue reading PRODUCTS FROM THE KOUTABA MONASTERY

Located on the slopes of the village of Babété, at the entrance to Mbouda, the monastery occupies a site of around 19 ha, including the convent, a reception center (rooms for rent), a conference room and a chapel. The nuns run a farm and specialize in medicinal plants, in particular the production of cinnamon essential… Continue reading PRODUCTS FROM THE BABÉTÉ MONASTERY

 A taste of royalty The Djutitsa tea plantation covers almost 500 ha. In the middle of this green setting, the processing plant opens its doors to you to witness the 4 stages of tea processing. In good times, the plantation can produce up to 40 tonnes of tea a day. You’ll also benefit from expert… Continue reading DJUTITSA TEA PLANTATIONS

The Village Artisanal Régional de Bafoussam (VARBAF) is an architectural jewel in the landscape of the administrative center between the Mifi Prefecture and the headquarters of the Conseil Régional de l’Ouest in the Tocket district. This imposing building features stores, training workshops, production rooms, permanent exhibition halls, several conference rooms and meeting rooms.

Bafoussam is home to a number of flagship sites that reflect the know-how of the West’s craftsmen and women, such as CEPAB (Centre de Promotion des Artisans de Bafoussam), whose fundamental missions are to raise awareness, animate and train craftsmen and women. Its craft gallery offers an exhibition and sale of its works of art.… Continue reading BAFOUSSAM GALLERIES

Dschang is home to a number of significant Bamiliké art sites, where skills have been preserved over the years. The first stop is the Dschang craft center, opened in 2010 as a showcase for Cameroonian crafts. Close to the Museum of Civilization, the center offers a panoply of products made by local craftsmen, as well… Continue reading DSCHANG GALLERIES

The weaving of traditional garments is an activity practically reserved for men. You’ll be greeted with a warm welcome in the Ndop workshop, where you’ll be shown the various stages in the production of this fabric typical of the Western region. As for beading, it’s mainly done by women in Baham. A visit to the… Continue reading LE TISSU NDOP and the BAHAM beadworkers

Visitors to the Centre Dumas will be amazed by the agility of the artisans in the sewing and beading workshops. Described as a place of conviviality, you’ll share a moment with the seamstresses and beadworkers, who will explain their art to you. You’ll also have the chance to take home an authentic souvenir (bracelets, shoes,… Continue reading BANGOULAP PEARL ART

FOUMBAN CRAFT VILLAGE Located 1 km from downtown Foumban, the artisanal district known as “Njiyuom” is a showcase for the artistic genius of the Bamoun people. It is accessed from the town center via an entrance called “Rue des Artisans”. On both sides of this alley, an intense and diversified craft activity is developing and… Continue reading THE ART OF FORGING