Bassar

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Bassar
Location of the prefecture in the Kara Region
Location of the prefecture in the Kara Region
Bassar (Togo)
Bassar
Bassar
Location in Togo
Coordinates: 9°15′N 0°47′E / 9.25, 0.783
Country Togo
Region Kara Region

Bassar is a prefecture and town in Togo, situated west of Kara. The town, which has a population of 64,888, was originally a centre for iron making. It now is known as the yam capital of Togo. Bassar is best known for producing the "Labaco" variety of yam which is the preferred type for making "fufu," a staple of Togolese cuisine.


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Coordinates: 9°15′N, 0°47′E