It is the sound of more cowbells
The name Ngorongoro is an onomatopoeic* gift from the Maasai people, echoing the rhythmic “ngor-ngor” clanking of cowbells. As Maasai pastoralists guided their herds across the caldera floor, the sound of the bells reverberating against the steep crater walls created this distinct, melodic name. Today, it serves as a linguistic reminder of the ancient, harmonious relationship between the Maasai herders and one of the world's most spectacular natural wonders.
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Ngorongoro is hard to say; its easy to love! Check out the video below.
*Words that have the sound of an object or action—like “boom,” “buzz,” or “smash”—are called onomatopoetic (or onomatopoeic).