Funeral Cars

Hearse

When I was in my previous village I never saw funeral cars like those that they have in Bamenda. In Bamenda they sometimes use hearses as funeral cars but they also use SUVs and other large cars. One of the most intriguing things about these cars is the way they are decorated. Funeral cars are often decorated with large ornaments on the roofs while many others have police lights or other lights on top. I have not been able to find out where this practice comes from or how it started but it is certainly interesting! I also wonder if these grand cars are only for important funerals or if they are for all funerals. 

Fancy top hearse and SUV with lights

Fancy top