With the conclusion of the conference, we began our drive down the mountain, past small villages with mud huts and small farms.
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Most of the homes here are made with mud and stick or with home-made bricks. Their grass roofs are surprisingly sturdy and water-proof; however, they do tend to be the habitation of a few critters, as well.