Tandrimo play in Madagascar

Started by ta0, June 14, 2023, 10:58:18 AM

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ta0

Gianni is traveling around Madagascar and sent me several clips of kid playing with tops that locally are know as tandrimo.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UOpqjcgGmWw

He says that they cannot be found in shops, they are always homemade, generally by the parents.
It's only played from June to October and it's forbidden in other months.


Texture

The tops at the beginning look tiny! I was surprised to see a submarine throw. It's almost creepy how similar peg top techniques are around the world; especially in areas where it's almost impossible for foreign interaction!  :o

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