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Yanvalou

About Yanvalou

Yanvalou is a rhythm and dance originating in Haitian Vodou Its name means "humble plea" in Fon Language. The Yanvalou is performed during the Rada rituals of Haitian Vodou in honor to Damballah, the serpent spirit or the lwa of fertility. and Agwé, the deity of the sea.

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