Togo, a West African nation on the Gulf of Guinea, is known for its palm-lined beaches and hilltop villages. Koutammakou, inhabited by the Batammariba people, is a traditional settlement of fortress-like clay huts dating to the 17th century. In the capital, Lomé, are the multistory Grand Marché bazaar and the Fetish Market, offering traditional talismans and remedies relating to the vodun (voodoo) religion.
Lome, Kpalime, Togoville, Sokode, and Mount Kloto are all popular areas for the tourist eager to explore this little country with its many vintage French relics and lifestyle – baguettes, fresh fruits, ice cream, patisseries, exquisite French cuisine. There is also the delightful local music and beach hangout spots, the myriad of African fabrics and clothing, and the way the beach gives way to deep thick forest further into the country.