Culture
Photo Museum Unveils History of Teza Monuments
The "teza" will reveal their history and symbolic significance. The Photography Museum will dedicate a Café-Histoire to the "teza," these emblematic commemorative posts of the former Betsileo kingdom of Manandriana. The "teza," monuments emblematic of the heritage of Madagascar's Highlands, will be the focus of a Café-Histoire organized this Saturday at the Photography Museum in Anjohy. Led by Professor Narivelo Rajaonarimanana, this meeting will invite the public to discover the history, symbolic significance, and cultural richness of these commemorative posts from the former Betsileo kingdom of Manandriana. Erected in tribute to chiefs and high-ranking figures, the "teza" rank among the most remarkable expressions of Madagascar's monumental heritage. They bear witness to funeral beliefs, ancestor veneration, the political organization of the former kingdom, and the craftsmanship of Betsileo sculptors. Through this conference, the public will better understand the historical and heritage value of these monuments, true guardians of the collective memory of the Betsileo kingdom of Manandriana. This initiative reflects the Photography Museum's commitment to sharing and transmitting the riches of Malagasy cultural heritage to a wider audience.
Source: L'Express de Madagascar