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→Habits and customs in the region
* Prayer - to call ''Zanahary'' and the ancestors to explain the reasons for the opportunity and demand.
* ''Joro'' - the sacrifice, usually a cow or rice and honey in case of pregnancy.
* ''Tsipirano '' - the blessing, spraying water or water mixed with blood at the Joro.
The omnipresence of zebu in traditional ceremonies is a natural element in the culture of the Bara people. In the past, before getting married, a young Bara had to steal a zebu to prove his strength and bravery. The Malaso Circuit was named after the famous cattle thieves, who still use until today the natural labyrinth of the Isalo for their activities. ''Malaso'' literally means cattle thief.<br><br>