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The Indigenous Rama People of Nicaragua
When you travel a lot you will start to notice that even though the majority of a particular population may speak the same language, there are invariably at least one or two small groups of people who speak a different language or who even have a different culture. The Rama people are such a group who live in Nicaragua.
The Maypole Festival – Keeping Tradition Alive
Today, the ancient Maypole celebration that has played a part in the history of so many cultures is becoming a forgotten tradition. However in Bluefields, Nicaragua which is far away from where this festive tradition is likely rooted, the celebration is very much alive.
Crab Soup Festival on Corn Island
The Crab Soup Festival - Fiesta del Cangrejo - takes place on the Big and Little Corn Islands – Islas del Maíz - at the end of August. The Crab Soup Festival is one of the main festivals held here at the beautiful Corn Islands. The islands are situated in the Caribbean and are relatively isolated from the rest of the world.
Cadejo – Friend or Foe?
As with many countries, there are legends and folklores that are retold by the adults to the next generation. Some countries share similar tales, with slight changes to the characters, and some just know the legends by different names. Generally, the outcome, meaning or moral of the story remains the same.
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