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Indigo - The early roots of fashion
Many years ago, Grenada grew indigo. Indigo was first grown in Grenada in the 1650s. The crop was also grown in Carriacou. What is...
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Saraca or Salaka: Celebrating Community Through Food sharing tradition
One of the most popular examples of community food gatherings learned from our African ancestors in Grenada is Saraca or Salaka. Saraca...
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Breaking the barrel tradition
Breaking the barrel is a tradition done on the sister isles of Carriacou and Petit Martinique. When This tradition is done during wakes,...
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The Unique Blend of Traditions in Carriacou's Shakespeare Mas
Shakespeare mas is practiced in Carriacou as part of the Carriacou Carnival festivities.
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Greasy Pole - Carriacou
Greasy pole is an activity that is usually done during the annual Carriacou Regatta festival. What is it? The Greasy pole is a fun...
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Dancing of the flag - Carriacou tradition
Dancing of the flag is one of the traditions endemic and unique to Carriacou.
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Traditional Pre-Wedding ritual - Dancing of the Cake in Carriacou and Petit Martinique
The dancing of the cake is a tradition done in preparation for weddings in Carriacou and Petit Martinique. It is one of the activities...
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Kalenda or Stick Fighting
Kalenda or stick fighting is of African origin and came from our ancestors.
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Carriacou - Early Beginnings
Carriacou is one of the islands in the tri-island state of Grenada, Carriacou and Petit Martinique.
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