Society and Culture of Comoros

The invasion of Comoros by African groups, Arabs, Malayo-Indonesian people, French in different times have contributed to the growth of a multi ethnic Comoros society and culture. The distinctions between these groups have gradually faded with the intermarriage between these varied groups. The predominant religion of Comoros is Islam. Only 2% of the Comoros population is comprised of Roman Catholics. The mixed influence on the Comoros society and culture can be experienced in the languages, music and food of Comoros.

The prime languages spoken in Comoros are Arabic and Comoran. But, French language is widely recognized in the business organizations in Comoros. To communicate with the rest of the world, the people of Comoros speak in the French language.



The folk music of Comoros is the pride of the culture of Comoros. The listeners can hardly resist themselves from dancing to the rhythm of the Comoros folk music. The folk music artists of Comoros brighten the wedding ceremonies in Comoros with the display of their artistic glory.

The traditional society of Comoros restricts the consumption of alcohol. The national specialties of Comoros food are mouthwatering. Because of the abundance of fruits in the forestry, the delicious fruits form a major part of the Comoros dining. The meat dishes display the excellence of culinary art in Comoros.

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