Oussouye & the Diola Kingdom
Oussouye
The center of the traditional Jola kingdom of Oussouye in Lower Casamance. The king still holds religious status, and visitors can learn about the Jola's animist beliefs.
Oussouye is a small town in Lower Casamance and the seat of the Jola Kingdom of Oussouye. The king is the spiritual leader of traditional beliefs, presiding over rituals and mediating disputes, and he is held in high regard by local people. With a guide's arrangement, visitors may pay respects at the sacred forest, following proper etiquette. The town has a lively market and rural campsites in the style of traditional mud houses, making it a good base for exploring nearby villages such as Mlomp. Observe the taboos when visiting the king and the sacred forest, and ask permission before taking photos. Oussouye is about 40 minutes' drive from Cap Skirring.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Mlomp Two-Storey Clay Houses
- Elinkine & Casamance Mangrove Pirogue Trips
- Carabane Island
- Boucotte
- Kabrousse
- Cap Skirring Beach
- Diembéring