• Cultural heritage
    Cultural heritage

Cultural heritage

Liberia has a vibrant and diverse cultural heritage that reflects its history and the influence of various ethnic groups. Liberia's culture offers history enthusiasts a fascinating and unique experience with its 16 major groups, each with distinct cultural practices, languages, and traditions.

Liberia is known for its arts and crafts. Wood carving, basket weaving, pottery, mask making, and fabric dyeing are part of Liberia's traditional artistic expressions. These crafts often showcase intricate designs and symbolic decorations representing cultural stories, spiritual beliefs, and social values. Music, dances, and traditional festivals also play a vital role in Liberian culture as these are means of expression and communication for local communities.

For an encounter with Liberian cuisine, join a traditional cooking class and learn how to make the famous palm butter soup, jollof rice, or pepper soup. If you are close to the sea, it is your chance to try the exquisite Liberian seafood, including fish and crabs, also a significant part of the coastal region's diet.