Azowano is known to dwell in the rain forests and swamps. He likes these places because they are places of life but also of decay and putrification. The old leaves dying on the forest floor, giving nutriments to the other trees and plants. Another cycle of death and rebirth, just as he was buried in death and reborn from the earth. Most always the offerings that are given to Babaluaye are taken to the woods, after having been placed in front of him for the appropriate time. Sometimes, offerings are made to him at the entrace of the cemetery. He is an Orisha strongly connected with Death, due to the history of his birth, coming into the world resurrected from the dead. Babaluaye lives apart fromt the other Orishas, sometimes outside of the house. He does not like prying eyes to be upon him. His feast day in this part of the world is december 17th. Usually, one awaits for him the night before (vispera) and at precisely midnight, his celebration begins. Often certain cleansings are performed at this hour, to ensure health for the coming year.
