African Art Tribal Masks
Kenya Culture and Traditions
Tribes
Kenya tribes are grouped into larger subgroups based on their cultural and linguistic similarities. There are three major categories of languages: Bantu, Nilotes and Cushites. Cushites are mainly pastoralists and nomads, found in North Eastern province. Bantu speaking people are usually found in the Central
Languages
English and Swahili are the two main languages. There are however many other tribal languages. Major tribal languages include: Gikuyu, Luo, Luhia, Kikamba, Kisii and Kalejin.
Cuisine
Different communities have different cultures and traditions and thus different dishes. Staple foods are maize and other cereals eaten with meat and variety of vegetables. The most common dish among Kenyans is Ugali. Its cornmeal cooked with water to a thick consistency. This is usually eaten with green vegetables referred as sukuma wiki.
Art and Craft
Diverse cultures and traditions in Kenya imply very rich source of art work. Every community is known for its special kind of art. The most popular items include: Maasai blankets, Kisii soap stone carvings, wooden carvings, Maasai beads, tribal masks, Kangas, kikoi, sisal baskets among others.
Kenyan animal hide drums will always remind you of African rhythm. Wooden carvings often come as exiting mixture of black and brown. Soap stones carvings are very beautiful and are popularly used to adorn homes with their smooth, eclectic look. They clearly display the ingenuity and talents of Kenyans artisans.
Most Kenya cultures and traditions put great emphasis on their looks and jewelry come in handy to enhance their looks. These pieces of art are not only amazing but carry symbolic meaning.
About the Author
Wilson runs an online shop for traditions products from Kenyan communities.Visit my website for stunning and classic crafts that are unique.There are a range of eye catching pieces from wooden carvings, maasai blankets, beaded bangles and belts,napkin rings, bracelets, necklaces and other products from the African Culture - our extensive range has something for everyone! Visit: http://www.maasaigiftshop.com.
African Tribal Art
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