A long time ago the Maya culture gave different interpretations to eclipses. In fact, the solar eclipse was interpreted as the Sun God expressing his fury or demanding rituals.
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The World Monuments Watch Day event at Lamanai Archaeological Reserve fostered a deeper appreciation for the site's historical and cultural significance among attendees. It engaged diverse communities and tourists, leaving them with a newfound perspective on Lamanai's role in their living heritage.
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Have you ever visited Altun Ha, Xunantunich or any archaeological site in Belize and saw people ‘digging’? Well, that is probably an excavation and more than likely these researchers are doing some cool scientific analysis with those finds. Here are 4 ways you can keep up with archaeological research in Belize!
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Take a glimpse into Belizean Literary figures on World Book & Copyright Day (also known as International Day of the Book) organized by UNESCO that takes place every year on April 23rd.
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As a form of public or street art, murals are ‘open museums,’ typically painted on walls, where people can access heritage. This art form can also serve as a place of shared ‘memory’ for the community and provide opportunities for community involvement. Find out more about street art in Belize and why it is crucial to safeguarding culture.
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Film can be an immersive and powerful tool for documenting and making sense of our culture, and in some cases represents a form of intangible cultural heritage in itself. Here are three Belizean culture and heritage-related films to watch on your next rainy day.
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Learn about history and Archaeology at Nim Li Punit, Toledo! Tucked away in the richly diverse foothills of the Maya Mountains, Nim Li Punit is one of the smaller Maya sites open to visitors in southern Belize’s Toledo District. Despite its modest size, Nim Li Punit has been the subject of international attention in recent decades because of its remarkable collection of stelae. Spread across the site, these monumental stone sculptures were used to commemorate the lives of political leaders, historical battles and ceremonial activity during the site’s settlement in the Late Classic period (C.E. 600-900).
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Learn more about Indian Church Village history in Belize! Lamanai is ultimately famous for its long-standing importance in the region and the fact that there have always been people living on-site. Contemporary site history has a vital role in how we look at Lamanai and how we link it to our modern society's narratives.
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You can hear "Shop small and support local!" a lot this holiday season, but what does it really mean for sustainability? How can you actually shop small or support local? Here is a guide to doing just that.
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Omar Sierra is a Belizean artist, based in Placencia. He started painting at the age of 10 and continued with his passion in the past 21 years. His work primarily includes murals, wristlet and canvas paintings. Due to the abrupt halting of the tourism industry caused by COVID-19, Sierra began painting on face masks. The idea came from his wife, and after painting the first mask, custom orders started flowing in.
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Guides and other individuals working in tourism are the frontline hosts to heritage spaces and nature reserves with unparalleled knowledge of local histories and practices. An interview with Christian Darrell Ramirez, a young tour guide from a small village in Belize. Why does responsible tourism have an essential role in the conscious safeguarding of culture and nature?
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Top 3 things to do at the U Chan Muul Yaax K'aax Yucatec Maya Museum. The community museum in Belize's Orange Walk District is part of the Holpatín Trail experience by the Mundo Maya Organisation. The small community museum was founded a few years ago, involving families and collections from the village to promote traditional Maya culture.
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New Heritage Highlight with Paintings by Rony Jobel, a business revolving around art, centring themes on flora and fauna of Belize. Exploring the parallel relationships between colour, texture, and patterns, Rony brings to life his creations that are very different from the art we are used to in Belize.
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It takes as much as 16 years before the Hicatee turtle is old enough to reproduce. The Hicatee is listed in the top 10 most endangered turtles in the world by the IUCN, and it is classified as critically endangered. Allowing them to live long enough to continue the lineage is critical for the survival of the species. We want them to continue to be a part of our culture now and in the future.
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Closed Eyes Art is an art business created and owned by Jacqueline Ewens. She is a Young Aspiring Female Artist from Belize, who promotes art in a very unique and captivating way. Expressing emotion, each painting reveals a hidden story and a message with cultural ties. Located in Ranchito Village, in the beautiful district of Corozal.
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Candy’s Maya Giftshop & Culture Experience is located in Aguacate Village, Toledo District, Belize. It is run by Candelaria Kukul, a Ketchi Maya woman who speaks the language and proudly shares what it means to be Maya with other people through her business.
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