village

Traditional village

          Although many patterns of village life have existed, the typical village was small, consisting of perhaps 5 to 30 families. Homes were situated together for sociability and defence, and land  surrounding the living quarters was farmed. Traditional fishing villages were based on artisan fishing and located adjacent to fishing grounds. A group of bird or animal habitations suggesting a village.  Most villages have their own temple, mosque or church depending on the local religious following.