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La Chatona

Description La Chatona is a female effigy and folkloric character most commonly associated with Benque Viejo del Carmen Town and surrounding western communities. She consists of a large female mannequin framed out of pleated bayal, a tropical vine. The hollow … Continued

Moringa Tea

Description Moringa has long been hailed as a power food! The plant is packed with anti-oxidants, minerals, and vitamins, boasting seven times more Vitamin C than oranges. The leaves of the plant can be brewed dried or freshly picked. Mrs. … Continued

Soursop Leaf Tea

Description Soursop is on every Belizean fruit lover’s list. The fruit is often consumed as is or as a juice. But did you know that the leaves of soursop tree can also be steeped to make tea? The benefits of … Continued

Hibiscus “Jamaica” Tea

Description Also known as Flor de Jamaica, hibiscus tea is widely consumed in Central America and the Caribbean. When brewed the tea releases a lovely red shade of the hibiscus flower. The hibiscus flower has a range of health benefits … Continued

Lemon Grass “Fevergrass” Tea

Description Lemongrass or Fever Grass tea is a Belizean favourite often paired with breakfast/dinner or enjoyed on its own. As the name suggests, the tea is derived from a tall, stalky plant that is easily identified by its citrusy aroma. … Continued

Comparsas of Carnaval

Description Transmission and Safeguarding Practices Continuity of Comparsas of Carnaval Associated Cultural Forms, Traditions and Knowledge Carnaval; Spaces for Enactment Communities and Groups Involved Other Sources of Information Contributors to this Article (including Belize ICH Network Members, National Institute of … Continued

Brokdong Music

Description Transmission and Safeguarding Practices Continuity of Brokdong Associated Cultural Forms, Traditions and Knowledge (What other cultural forms and traditions, skills and knowledge are necessary for carrying out this practice?) Spaces for Enactment (What places, spaces and locations are integral … Continued

Maya Day Tumul K’in

Description Transmission Practices What Can Be Learned From This Model? Associated Cultural Forms, Traditions and Knowledge (What other cultural forms and traditions, skills and knowledge are necessary for carrying out this practice?) Spaces for Enactment (What places, spaces and locations … Continued

Maroon Creole Drum School

Christmas Bram

Description Christmas Bram is a well-known festivity practiced in Belize. It is most widely associated with Creole Communities such as Gales Point Manatee Village, Belize River Valley communities, and Belize City. Rooted in Belize’s colonial period, it can be traced … Continued

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