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Tafi Monkey Sanctuary (a sacred grove) is a traditional
conservation area backed by statutory enforcement
in co-operation with local communities. It is located
in the Volta Region of Ghana. Tafi Atome is the
home of Mona and Patas monkeys. These monkeys are
found in a remnant patch of forests, which has survived
fire and human disturbance around the village. These
monkeys are regarded as gods and as such the natives
do not kill them. They are protected by tradition.
Similar sacred groves and burial grounds protected
by local people are widespread in the region. These
can further be developed for small-scale tourism
in the local communities to enhance rural development.
Monkey Watching
Tafi Atome about 230km Northeast
of Accra is on the Accra-Hohoe road. A branch 10km
west of Logba leads to the home of monkeys.
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