The Ruins of Loropénéni, located in Sanguena, Burkina Faso, are an ancient and mysterious site that has been recognized for its historical significance.

Overview

The Ruins of Loropénéni is a 11,130m2 property inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list in 2009. The site consists of imposing stone walls and large parts of which have yet to be excavated.

History

According to UNESCO, the settlement was occupied by the Lohron or Koulango peoples from the 14th to the 17th century, when it reached its apogee as a center for gold extraction and transformation. The site has been abandoned during some periods of its long history, with the property finally being deserted in the early 19th century.

Architecture

Unfortunately, no specific details about the architecture of the Ruins of Loropénéni are available.

Location

The Ruins of Loropénéni is situated near the borders of Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, and Togo, with coordinates 10.2500229431, -3.5833384934.

Historical Significance and Events

The site bears testimony to the power of the trans-Saharan gold trade and is part of a larger group of 100 stone enclosures that have been recognized as significant in understanding this period of African history.

Current Status and Use

Unfortunately, no specific details about the current status and use of the Ruins of Loropénéni are available.

Heritage Status

The Ruins of Loropénéni was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list in 2009 under the criteria (iii), which recognizes cultural heritage sites that are considered to be of outstanding universal value to humanity.

Visiting Information

Unfortunately, no specific information is available about visiting the Ruins of Loropénéni.

Notable Features and Rooms

Unfortunately, no specific details about notable features and rooms within the site are available.