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Toguna is a design resulting from cooperation of Paweł Althamer with African sculptor, Youssuf Dara. It resulted from many years of Paweł Althamer fascination with culture of Dogon, African tribe living in south-central Mali in Western Africa. Paweł Althamer decided to invite Youssuf Dara to Warsaw with special mission – erection of „social architecture” based on African tradition. The most important place for Dogon tribe is toguna – wooden shelter with thick roof, supported with sculpted columns, in which men's assemblies and council meetings are held. Toguna, which was built in Bródno Park, is not only a potential place for social integration, but also may be a commonplace such as the bus stop.