The 75 hectare sacred grove of Osun Osogbo is the last remaining high forest in the country containing monumental sculptures and shrines depicting Yoruba deities. The site was assigned World Heritage status in 2005, and represents the last example of a once widespread practice of establishing sacred groves by the Yoruba people. The site is unique in having a large component of 20th century sculpture, some created by Austrian artist Suzanne Wenger who eventually became a high priestess and dedicated her life to the sacred grove. 