Omo Valley Tribes
The Omo Valley tribes are indigenous tribes living in south Ethiopia Along the Omo River. These indigenous tribes have managed to preserve their unique set of cultures and traditions over centuries. Their vibrant traditional clothing, body art, and every aspect of their culture tell their way of life, that has been passed down through generations.
The Omo Valley is one of the best places in Ethiopia to visit. Knowing this indigenous people who have been living in the region for hundreds of years is an enriching experience that every traveler will benefit from. Moreover, the Omo Valley tribes offer a unique perspective on the world.
Ethiopia’s Omo Valley region is considered the oldest inhabited area by human beings. Archeological Evidence shows Pre-historic stone tools that dated more than 2.5 Million years old and hominid fossils have been found in the area.
Whilst there are more than 16 tribes and ethnic communities in Omo Valley, some of them are remarkably unique to visit. The tribes are unique in their cultures, Languages, customs, ritual ceremonies, and lifestyles. Here we have listed some of the most interesting tribes to visit.
Dorze People
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They are famous for their beehive huts all over the posters and photos.it is measures as long as 12m with a central pillar carrying the whole load o the tukul. It then woven with bamboo in vertical and horizontal styles. The down word nature o the structure is to resist the torrential rainfall of the area and the house well built may last half a century without any major maintenance. The Dorzes having this remarkable experience will produce the famous weaving in the country.
Konso People
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The Konso settled in rocky hills that are highly exposed to soil erosion. To address this problem, they make terrace the length of one meter and above. The tradition of making has a long history among the Konso. They construct the terrace by using a hand-digging tool known locally as sibelota. A person may possess many terraces depending on the type of land he owns. The open area between two terraces is used for farming. Besides protecting the soil from erosion, the terraces help conserve water and increase agricultural productivity.
Hamer People
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The Hamer people are specially known for their remarkable hair style and body decoration. After killing a dangerous animal or enemy, the men are allowed to wear a clay hair bun with some large ostrich feathers. Also famous is the ceremony of the Bull Jumping: young men who have reached the age to marry have to be tested by jumping from one bull to another without falling. If a young man falls, he can try it once more, but when he falls a second time he is beaten by the women and will be an outcast for the rest of his life.

